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How Can I Prevent Periodontitis?
Periodontal disease can negatively affect not only our oral health, but our overall physical health. Today, our Belleville dentists define periodontitis and offer tips on what you can to help fight and avoid it.
Dental Anxiety: Overcoming Your Fears
Nervous about visiting the dentist? As many as 20% of people suffer from dental anxiety. Today our Belleville dentists discuss fear mitigation techniques that can help you maintain a healthy smile.
Side Effects of Dental Sedation
While the benefits of dental sedation are great, especially if you are anxious when visiting the dentist, you may still be concerned about the potential side effects. In today's post, our Belleville dentists discuss the potential side effects of dental sedation to help you make an informed decision.
How To Deal With Dental Anxiety In Children
Although dental visits are important for ensuring good oral health, some children report finding strange noises, people, and equipment at the dental office contributes to fear or anxiety about visiting the dentist. In this post, our Belleville dentists share some tips for dealing with dental anxiety in children.
How Long Does Dental Sedation Take To Wear Off?
If you are someone that suffers from major anxiety when visiting the dentist then dental sedation may help you have a more comfortable visit. While most people know now that sedation is a safe option, there may still be other questions. Here, our Belleville dentists talk about dental sedation and how long you can expect it to last.
Manual vs. Electric Toothbrushes
Both manual and electric toothbrushes can be used to effectively clean your teeth. Here, our Belleville dentists discuss the benefits that electric toothbrushes may offer, depending on your needs.
Flossing: is it really necessary?
Our Belleville dentists recommend you brush your teeth at least twice a day, and floss once a day. But some patients choose to skip flossing for a number of reasons. Here, we explain why flossing is important and why you should avoid skipping it.
Sedation For Anxious Dental Patients
We know that the dental office can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety for some patients which can deter them from visiting as often as they should. We are happy to have some dental sedation options on hand for patients that are nervous during their visit. Our Belleville dental team shares some information about sedation options for anxious dental patients below.
Root Canals: Are they really that bad?
There was a time that if you had tooth damage that affected the nerve they would remove the entire tooth. These days, we are lucky that is no longer the case. Our Belleville dentists talk about how root canals can help save your tooth and if they hurt as much as you might think.
How to Maintain Good Oral Hygiene
Caring for your teeth and gums is important for your oral hygiene and your overall health. Here, our Belleville dentists share 10 tips for keeping your smile happy and healthy for years to come.