Flossing is very important to good dental health, but not everyone knows the best way to floss. There are multiple different methods to floss your teeth, but not all methods clear away the same amount of plaque. It doesn’t matter how you may floss. What does matter is that you are eliminating the greatest amount…
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Why use a mouth guard? When I was growing up in my little town , sports were always an interest. We had a little league team every year and I got to pitch. We were at practice one day and the coach was hitting fly balls for us to practice catching. I will never forget…
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What mouthwash do you recommend? Well, let’s talk about that. What do you want a mouthwash to do? What can a mouthwash do? Your own saliva is the best mouthwash. It does a bunch of good things. It rinses around your mouth when you swallow and talk, mixes with food to start digestion, and buffers…
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3 Tips for Healthy Summer Smiles Summer sun brings summer fun. While warm months are perfect for spending time together, summer vacation can also throw off your usual dental routine. Here are three ways to maintain a healthy summer smile: Stay on a routine Whether your kids are staying up to catch fireflies or a…
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Does Gum Disease cause Heart Disease? The American Dental Association and the American Heart Association have acknowledged the relationship between gum disease, also called periodontal disease, and heart disease. So, what is the link? Inflammation! When the body is fighting off bacteria in the bloodstream, inflammation happens. Bleeding gums, which occurs when gums become highly…
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Why should old dental fillings be replaced? Well, they should not be redone unless they are either bothersome, have new decay, or show signs that the teeth are cracking or some other problem is developing that will benefit from a new filling or a crown. But, one thing that bothers people about their old dental…
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An apple a day may keep the dentist away! Many parents worry about their children’s dental care, and with good reason! The Academy of General Dentistry reports that the dietary habits of schoolchildren encourage an increase in sugar intake leading to a greater risk of cavities. Over a 15-month period, researchers tracked the dietary habits…
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It’s that time of year. Colds and flu are passed to anyone who wants to breath air or touch anything. A lot of these give us inflamed sinuses. I (Dr. Fink) managed to catch something and my nose has been plugged for over three weeks and my upper molars hurt to bite on like I…
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At Valley of the Sun Dentistry, we now carry the Power Flosser by Waterpik. This battery operated electric flosser helps reduce plaque, prevent bleeding gums and aids in achieving optimal oral health. Ask us about the Power Flosser at your next dental appointment! Written by Shay, Registered Dental Hygienist. The dentist’s two bits: I have…
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What is platelet rich fibrin therapy? There are some surgical procedures that dentists do. When the procedure is finished, such as an extraction of a tooth, there is a healing process. One of the steps to healing is to get an area of trauma to clot and stop bleeding. Blood has a lot of different…
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