Oral cancer begins in the mouth, also called the oral cavity. This region of the body includes the lips, the inside lining of the lips and cheeks (called the buccal mucosa), the teeth, the gums, most of the tongue, the bottom of the mouth, and the bony roof of the mouth, or hard palate. In…
DetailsAthletes Are 60 Times More Likely to Suffer Harm to Their Teeth without a Mouth Guard Imagine what it would be like if you suddenly lost one or two of your front teeth. Smiling, talking, eating everything would suddenly be affected. Mouth guards, also called mouth protectors, help cushion a blow to the face, minimizing…
DetailsDr. Teo Baylon, D.D.S. | Dentist When Dr. Teo Baylon joined Personal Care Dentistry in 2013 she brought with her a wealth of skill and experience as well as her own style of compassionate care. Born in Bulgaria, Dr. Baylon (her patients call her Dr. Teo) came to Minnesota with her family when she was…
DetailsTake notes, tired parents! If you’ve all but emptied your bag of tricks to get your little one to brush and floss regularly, there are still a few more cards you can put up your sleeve to help keep smiles cavity-free. Give these sneaky (yet proven) dental tips a try to preserve your child’s oral…
DetailsCall Personal Care Dentistry for Same-Day Care When you have a dental emergency, waiting for an appointment is not often an option you want to consider. That’s why Personal Care Dentistry offers emergency – or same day – care! Our team and facility is equipped to help you deal with your dental emergency. If you’re in…
DetailsThe Roots of Dentistry Grow from Ancient Times It seems people have been interested in oral health since man first walked the earth. The very first recordings of dentistry date back as early as 5000 BC with a Sumerian text of this date that describes tooth worms as the cause of dental decay. In 2600…
DetailsDr. Hunt and Staff are Always Friendly, Accommodating, and Technically Skilled – David H. Lost a filling and damaged tooth at 10:00 PM Tuesday evening, called Personal Care Dentistry at 6:30 AM the next day, set up a 10:00 AM appointment with Sue, and had my tooth repaired by 10:30 AM. My experience on this occasion…
DetailsWhat is fluoride? Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral compound found in water and soil. It is also present in foods and beverages at varying concentrations. Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay by making the entire tooth surface more resistant to acid attacks from the bacteria that live in the plaque on your teeth. Fluoride…
DetailsGood Oral Health Habits to Guard Your Grin Good oral health not only protects the integrity of your teeth and gums but also ensures that your smile remains bright for years to come. Even if you brush and floss regularly, however, there are still some oral health concerns that you may end up facing. Whether…
DetailsWhen we think of healthy alternatives to soda and other sugary drinks, it’s often common to look to fruit juice as a solid choice. Generally high in essential vitamins, fruit juice can be a much better choice than other beverages. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the worst offenders. The sugars and citric acid…
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