by Doug Lewis | Dec 18, 2016 | Teeth Cleaning and Prevention
Many Americans suffer from a variety of anxieties, some more severe than others. These can range from generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, phobias, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Even though anxiety is an issue primarily concerning one’s mental...
by Doug Lewis | Oct 18, 2016 | Teeth Cleaning and Prevention
Most people don’t pay undue attention to their teeth unless something goes wrong. If you brush, floss, and rinse every day and visit the dentist regularly, chances are you can avoid the most serious oral health issues for a very long time. Unfortunately, not...
by Doug Lewis | Oct 11, 2016 | Teeth Cleaning and Prevention
Everything is going along fine. You brush, floss, and rinse regularly, just like you’re supposed to. Then, when you visit a dentist for your regular cleaning and checkup, you get hit with the news: you have a cavity. This is something no one wants to hear....
by Doug Lewis | Aug 31, 2016 | Teeth Cleaning and Prevention
Most people end up visiting a dental hygienist more than their actual dentist. This is because hygienists perform the most common tasks associated with dental visits: cleaning and oral health inspections. The dentist often does a final check on patients before they...
by Doug Lewis | May 2, 2016 | Cosmetic Dentistry
One of the biggest reasons people want to take care of their teeth is not just so they will be healthy, or to prevent gum disease, but so they look good. This makes sense. Having white teeth is often a much more tangible and satisfying goal for people than having...