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 that…
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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 watch…
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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 occurs. Bleeding gums, which occurs when gums become highly…
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Benefits of Healthy Eating Habits 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,…
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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 on the power…
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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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We’ve all heard soda is bad for your teeth and dental health. But how bad is it really? Does it matter how often you drink it? Isn’t diet soda better? Yes, it is bad. Yes, it does matter how often. Diet is usually not better and may be worse than regular sodas. First, let me…
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What toothpaste is best for my oral care? A common question we get is “what is the best toothpaste?” for the best oral care. My usual answer is “that depends on what you want it to do!”. When I was in college my dentist told me toothpaste was just soap. I quit using it for…
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