by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Calcium Isn’t Just Good For Bones—It Benefits Your Smile Too! WE’VE ALL BEEN TOLD (and many of us tell our children) that milk builds strong bones. But our nutritional and dietary preferences are not only widely varied, they also change from time to time....
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
What To Expect At The Dentist… When You’re Expecting IF YOU’RE PREGNANT, you’re probably worried about anything and everything that may affect your baby, especially if you’re a first time mother. But when it comes to your dental care, there’s no need to worry!...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
How Do Your Brushing Habits Compare? WE’RE SUPPOSED TO BRUSH twice a day for two minutes each time. How many of us actually do that? See how you measure up! From a recent poll: 49% of men brush their teeth only once a day. 57% of women brush their teeth only once a...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Don’t Let Gingivitis Keep You From Smiling YOU’RE SITTING IN THE DENTAL CHAIR, everything going as planned at your checkup, until your dentist tells you that you have gingivitis. If you haven’t heard of gingivitis before you’re probably thinking, “What is...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Know Your Gum Health Numbers! HAVE YOU EVER BEEN LAID BACK in our dental chair wondering what the numbers mean that a hygienist calls out while examining your gums? They’re readings of the gum pocket depths in your mouth, and they’re an important part of monitoring...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
3 Rules To Follow For A Smile-Healthy Halloween HERE IT COMES! The season of ghosts, ghouls, witches, and, of course… candy! If you’re savvy about it, there’s no reason for your Halloween fun to come at the expense of your dental health. Rule 1: A Little Candy All At...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
A Smile To Be Proud Of At Any Age AGING BRINGS CHANGES. Some of those changes we love, and some drive us crazy. But every change is better when you have a caring professional on your side. Many believe that lost teeth are inevitable with the progressing years. That’s...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Calcium Is Essential For Strong Teeth And Bones ARE YOU GETTING ENOUGH CALCIUM? Think about your nutrition habits, and the habits of those you love and care for. Daily calcium intake is critical to great oral and whole body health. Adults Require 1,000 mg Per Day...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Dental Implants
Dental Implants What are Dental Implants? A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that a dentist places into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants are an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth...
by DARCY543HAM | May 22, 2022 | Blog
Dry Mouth What is Xerostomia (Dry Mouth)? Xerostomia is a condition related to the salivary glands, which help keep the mouth moist, thus preventing decay and other oral health problems. When the salivary glands do not work properly, the amount of saliva in the mouth...
