Not as Painful as You Might Think and Important for a Healthy Smile Ever hear someone say’ I’d rather have a root canal than do that, referring to undergoing an excruciating dental process instead of do something even more horrible? The truth is most people report less pain than they thought after the procedure. Often the…
DetailsTips for Taking Control of your Dental Anxiety Fear and severe anxiety are the reactions of as many as a third of all Americans when they think about going to the dentist. Many will never go at all, and a lot of others will go to the dentist only when absolutely necessary. However, good oral…
DetailsOral Hygiene Begins at Home and Should Continue at the Dentist Office Regularly brushing and flossing are the most beneficial things you can do at home to minimize visits to the dentist for cavities or other nasty oral health issues. Most people have been brushing two or three times a day since childhood. But because…
DetailsGetting to the Root of a Major Health Issue A tooth infection starts simply enough from a cavity or by gingivitis (mild gum disease). Both conditions are easily treatable by your dentist, but if left unchecked can become serious health problems that can spread beyond complications in your mouth. Untreated cavities in a tooth will…
DetailsTips on How to Avoid Permanent Damage For all dental emergencies, get to your dentist immediately. The dentists at Personal Care Dentistry block time in their schedules for emergency patients. Call ahead and provide as much detail as you can about your condition. If the accident occurs when your dental office is not open, visit your…
DetailsThis Form of Periodontal Disease Can Lead to Inflammation and Infection…And Worse Gingivitis is a word that many people have heard, but not a lot of people know what it is or why you don’t want it in your mouth. Why? Because gingivitis is a form of periodontal disease that produces inflammation and infection that…
DetailsTooth Pain Can Affect Your Eating, Drinking, and Breathing Habits Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common complaints among dental patients. When you have sensitive teeth, certain activities, such as brushing, flossing, eating and drinking, can cause sharp, temporary pain in your teeth. Sensitive teeth are typically the result of worn tooth enamel or…
DetailsAre You Among the More Than 80 Million People Who Suffer? Bad breath (also known as halitosis or malodor) can be embarrassing and tough on those around you. Some people don’t realize their breath could peel paint because others are afraid to tell them. You don’t have to distance the people around you with smelly…
DetailsUsing Proper Techniques Are Important if You Want to Floss Effectively Techniques for Taking Care of Teeth and Gums. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends flossing at least once a day to help remove plaque from the areas between your teeth where your toothbrush can’t reach. This is important because plaque that is not removed…
DetailsIndependence Day Explodes Over the Twin Cities Almost every suburb and city has a Fourth of July celebration of some kind, but a few stand out as having top-notch festivals and fireworks shows. No matter what side of the Mississippi river you’re on, there’s an event in your area that commemorates the holiday in grand…
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