Your tooth enamel plays an important role providing your teeth with the necessary hardness to bite and chew your food before you swallow it. It also protects the internal parts of your tooth from the bacteria and acids in your mouth. If you sometimes forget to brush your teeth twice a day, or you don’t… Read more »
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Sensitive Teeth Solutions
If cold or hot foods trigger pain or an odd sensation in your teeth, or if brushing and flossing have become uncomfortable, you may want to talk with our dentists, Drs. Dennis C. Motz, Justin M. Nichols, and Jill E. Paulson about treatment for sensitive teeth. Sensitivity in your teeth is often caused by worn… Read more »
The Brushing Habits that Don’t Help Your Smile
There are some brushing habits that you might have picked up that seem reasonable and helpful. However, most of the time that is not the case. In fact, there are a few common habits that many people have that don’t quite do much for the smile. Dr. is happy to talk about those things. The… Read more »
FAQs About Fluoride
You might hear a lot about fluoride from many different sources. As a result, some people are confused about its uses and benefits. Here are a few questions people have about fluoride. What is it? Fluoride is a naturally-occurring mineral found in almost all water on the planet. It is also found in some food… Read more »