Have you ever had the disturbing feeling of having brushed and brushed your teeth, but still feel as if they are dirty? It’s much more common than you may think, and you should be aware of it. Read more
Getting your teeth cleaned by dental professionals twice a year can help you to maintain the overall health of your teeth. However, even with something as seemingly simple as dental cleaning, there are fun surprises you may not be aware of. Read more
Millions of people throughout the United States suffer from sleep disturbances. In fact, by many estimates, sleep disturbances are the most common health problem in the United States.
Unfortunately, sleep problems can be caused by dozens of factors that all interact on many levels. That means it can be hard to get to the bottom of what’s really causing the issue. Read more
There are several different kinds of symptoms that can suggest it’s time for oral surgery.
Oral surgery can be used to remove damaged teeth, to implant replacement teeth, and to help repair and arrest the progress of periodontal disease. However, only a dentist can give you the whole story about whether or not you could benefit from oral surgery. Read more
It’s natural to be concerned whenever you are going in for any kind of surgery.
However, when it comes to oral surgery, there are steps you can take to make sure that you recover faster. In fact, you could recover from oral surgery much faster than from many other types of surgery. Read more
In the world of dental health, there’s probably no single subject more misunderstood than flossing. Flossing can seem like a chore, and it’s not always obvious what the results are.
However, flossing is extremely important. Experts estimate that only about half of Americans floss regularly, but people could stand to save thousands in dental bills, especially later on in life, if they would begin the habit earlier. Read more
How much time should you be spending on brushing and flossing each day?
Some people don’t brush quite often enough, while others might feel as if they are spending far too much time on their teeth. How can you strike a good balance and keep your mouth healthy?
For years, most people have heard that they should brush two or three times a day. For best results, brushing right after getting up and right before bed is imperative. You can spend a little longer here, perhaps five to six minutes. Read more
Preventative maintenance is a huge part of making sure that things in our lives continue to work the way they should. For example, cars need maintenance such as oil change and tire rotation to function effectively over time.
Computers also need preventative maintenance, using things like disk defragmentation tools and antivirus software to ensure that they continue to perform according to their specifications over time.
Of course, the human body is much more complex than any of these machines. Although the health of your teeth and gums is relatively easy to maintain, don’t forget that your mouth is connected to the health of every other part of your body. Read more
If you’re thinking about cosmetic dentistry, it’s time to take action and enjoy the results.
Many people might not realize just how quickly and easily you can reap the benefits of cosmetic dentistry, but the process we use here at Community Dental Group is truly one of the fastest. Read more
When the new year begins, many people create resolutions that they try to stick to all year long. We all know that resolutions can be difficult, but there are things you can do to make progress right away and make it easier to change your behaviors.
The reason resolutions are difficult is because it’s hard to change engrained habits and behaviors that you have been pursuing for a long time. A visual reminder of your goals can be very useful.
If one of your goals is to make sure that you do the best job yet on dental health this year, then you should consider cosmetic dentistry as a way to help you reach your goal. You’ll be able to see and feel the difference with your whiter teeth, so you’ll feel more motivated to succeed. Read more