Winter is here, and while you might be layering up to stay warm, don’t forget that your teeth need extra care too. Cold weather can bring unexpected challenges to your oral health, from sensitive teeth to dry mouth. If you’ve noticed your teeth feeling more sensitive or your lips getting chapped, you’re not alone—these are common winter woes that we’re here to help you tackle.
It’s that time of year again! Spooky creatures and creepy crawlies are around every corner, but we think the scariest thing is the CANDY. All kinds of candy: soft, hard, crunchy, chewy, gummy, sour, sweet, and sticky! Any candy can take a toll on your teeth if you’re not careful. Now, we know better than to tell our patients not to take their kids trick or treating, and we won’t tell parents not to sample any of the loot, but we would like everyone to consider taking the following precautions:
Dr. Brown and his team believe that the best and only way to treat patients is by taking a total-body approach to dental care. The connection between the body and oral health is undeniable, and in his latest video (which you can watch here), Dr. Brown explains exactly what that means. Keep reading for more insights into this essential connection.
At Brown & Gettings, DDS, we often share videos and information about restoring and improving your oral health. In addition to dental treatments, the best way to ensure that you have excellent oral health is to visit our office for routine hygiene examinations and cleanings. Since we are still at the beginning of the year, now is a perfect time to think about when your last dental cleaning appointment was. If it has been longer than six months, then you are definitely due.
At Brown & Gettings, DDS, we often discuss the link between your oral and overall health. We want to bring awareness to the fact that many medications, prescribed and over the counter alike, can have lasting effects on your teeth and mouth that can impact your oral health in the future. Below are the most common side effects as well as some tips to help your oral health:
We often share the importance of being proactive with your oral health. This includes visiting our office regularly for oral hygiene examinations and scheduling any recommended treatments as soon as possible. We know that life is busy during this time of year, with activities, sports, and general day-to-day happenings, but we encourage you to make your oral health a priority. You only have one set of teeth for your lifetime, and although we are able to treat any problems you may experience, the longer you delay treatment, the more prone you will be to complications and the need for further treatments. Continue reading to learn more about the importance of not delaying a treatment we recommend.
At Brown & Gettings, DDS, we care about the state of your oral health. We recommend that patients visit our office for routine hygiene examination appointments, where we not only thoroughly clean their teeth but also look for problem areas in their mouths. Because we see patients so infrequently during the year, it is important that they are mindful of any problems or changes to their oral health.
We don’t know how you feel, but at Brown & Gettings, DDS, we are thrilled that the summer season is starting in a few short days. We have loved speaking with our patients over the last few weeks about all of their summer plans. Our patients with young children are planning day trips and activities to keep their children busy. Other patients have vacations planned. While others are going to be enjoying the longer days and nights with family and friends. No matter what your plans are, we want to share the importance of continuing to care for your oral health throughout the summer. We would hate for you to experience dental issues during the fall and winter.
Missing Something? – We know that dealing with tooth loss can be upsetting. Hopefully, many of you reading this have not yet experienced this situation. However, we feel that it is always best for our patients to be informed and prepared for any situation that may come their way. When dealing with tooth loss, there is always the question of whether the tooth should be replaced. We are here to tell you that, without a shadow of a doubt, a missing tooth should be replaced. The only exceptions are wisdom teeth and teeth that are removed for orthodontic purposes. Continue reading to learn about the extreme importance of replacing missing teeth.
Have you noticed that you often see signs of blood when you rinse your mouth after brushing and flossing your teeth? If so, you are experiencing bleeding gums. Bleeding gums can be caused by something as simple as food trapped between teeth, brushing too hard, or flossing too roughly. Signs of bleeding gums are not an immediate cause for concern; however, if you notice it is becoming a regular occurrence, be sure to contact our office. Some other possible causes of bleeding gums includes:
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