Q&A: How To Limit Sugar For Stocking Stuffers?

qatalkbubbleFilling up a stocking is very easy business when you make your way through the candy aisle and fill your cart with candy canes, chocolate bars, and every other sugary delight imaginable. However, when you’re looking for other ways to make the holiday morning special without offering an overdose of sweets, you may feel a little bit lost. This is where we come in, your trusty dental team! We are happy to answer common questions about making it through holiday shopping, so stockings are hung on the chimney with dental care in mind!

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Year In Review: 2016 Is Nearly Over

2016byesnowAs the year is finishing out, it’s always a wonderful moment to look back over the past collection of months you’ve experienced to weigh in on how things went. From our perspective, of course, we tend to focus on your oral health and how well you’ve been keeping up with the efforts and practices that lead to a healthy smile. Take some suggestions into consideration, so you can get a feel for how you did (and what you might need to work on for the future).

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Bye-Bye, 2016! Bye-Bye Insurance Benefits?

2016byegoldAre you smiling as you think about waving goodbye to 2016? Do you love the thought of starting fresh with a shiny, brand new year? If so, we couldn’t agree more. A clean slate is certainly always refreshing. However, if your dental insurance benefits are also something you will be waving goodbye to as they start over in the next year, it’s probably time you gave your insurance plan a quick glance. Consider some helpful recommendations.

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2 Reasons You Shouldn’t Snack On Ice

2redballoonAs cold weather appears in patches, you might find that it causes your ice cravings to kick in! If you are someone who fills up a cup with crushed ice to snack on it or someone who likes to chomp through an ice cube on a regular basis, you might think there’s nothing wrong with this habit. Ice is hydrating, it doesn’t contain any fat or calories, and it takes a while to eat. What could be wrong with such a delightful option? Actually, ice can harm your oral health in pretty significant ways. Consider a couple reasons to skip this habit.

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Want Whiter Teeth For Winter Photos?

womancoveringsmileblondeDo you remember feeling disappointed at the holiday photos you looked at last year because your teeth didn’t look very white in any of them? If so, we’ve got some good news and then some not-as-great news. The good news is that there are often some very easy fixes to help your smile look much whiter. The not-as-wonderful news is that even with some helpful tricks, your smile might look yellow because it is yellow. Fortunately, we can repair this issue, too, with the help of cosmetic care. Find out more!

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Wintertime Discomfort Q&A

qachalkWhile the winter season that is soon to fall upon us brings up cozy thoughts of cuddling under blankets and donning big, warm sweaters, it might evoke some less than desirable thoughts, too. For those patients we see who have a hard time with the cold temperatures, we know that the shift can become especially uncomfortable for lips and teeth (especially if you aren’t prepared). Let us guide you into wintertime with some questions and answers about dental health, so you can focus on the good stuff!

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Quiz: Wear And Tear

quizpopYou may call it what you wish. The natural aging process. Wear and tear. The effects of daily smile use. No matter the way you refer to it, the truth is that your teeth cannot remain in exceptional, exquisite shape on their own. You use them for some seriously heavy function, from tearing apart foods when you eat to repeated contact with one another as you talk. Since the suggestion of a vow of silence and a liquid diet are not at all plausible (or necessarily a good idea!) we suggest you learn about how to protect your oral health, so you don’t have to sacrifice your needs.

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Don’t Let Dry Mouth Hurt Your Smile

dont-let-dry-mouth-hurt-your-smileMost people don’t notice the natural moist state of their mouth until something happens to change it. Our bodies naturally produce saliva in sufficient amounts to keep oral tissues comfortable, and to rinse food particles from teeth throughout the day. When something upsets the balance, xerostomia (dry mouth) can be the uncomfortable result. Xerostomia can be more than just uncomfortable: it can lead to bad breath and unhealthy dental situations. We use preventive checkups and cleanings to look for signs of dry mouth, and discuss any dry mouth dental issues with you. (more…)

What’s Happening In Keller, TX?

cornelius-communityEach week we like to highlight upcoming community events. There is so much for you and your family to enjoy in our community, especially around the holidays. In addition, if you’re interested in attending your upcoming events or gatherings with a brighter smile, be sure to contact us right away for teeth whitening or other cosmetic treatments.

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