Category: Dental Tips
We all know it is important to have your teeth cleaned twice a year, but do you know how to maximize this time with your dental hygienist? These dental appointments can be very educational and helpful if you know the right questions to ask. As your choice for dentistry in Richmond, VA we have put together a list of questions you should ask at your next dental cleaning in order to maximize your time with your hygienist. Dentist Visit Questions …
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The Ultimate Guide to Brushing your Teeth Or: How to Brush Your Teeth like a Dentist in Richmond, VA By Brent Rusnak For most of us, brushing our teeth is a once a day task that qualifies as one of those mindless activities that you don’t need to pay much attention to–you just need to get it done. Also, for many of us brushing our teeth is probably something we take very little time to do. We give our …
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Braces have traditionally been associated with the teenage years, so it’s no surprise that many parents don’t realize that their children can benefit from seeing the orthodontist at an early age. The AAO recommends that children first see the orthodontist at age 7. Sound early? Read on to find out why 7 is the magic age for orthodontics! By age 7, most children have already lost some of their baby teeth and may even have a few of their permanent …
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Teeth sensitivity can be a painful and uncomfortable feeling. It is estimated that 45 million adults in the United States complain of sensitive teeth. As your dentist in Richmond, VA we hope to give you a better understanding of why your teeth may be sensitive and what to do about it. You may experience sensitivity due to several different factors such as your age, brushing too hard, eating acidic foods or grinding your teeth. Sensitivity occurs when the dentin in your …
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Many of our patients have been there at one time or another; They get the news that the dental treatment they need is going to cost them money. All of a sudden the new television or the vacation they had planned is competing with the price of a crown or dental implant. Given the choice, most people would probably put off the crown and book the vacation – But is skipping your recommended dental treatment really worth it? Here are …
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Sometimes it seems that even with proper brushing and flossing we still can’t avoid the occasional cavity. While brushing and flossing are very important, many people require additional help in order to stay cavity free. If you find yourself brushing and flossing 2-3 times/day and still getting cavities, try doing the following: Use a fluoride rinse after brushing. This will help clean out anything you may have missed with your toothbrush and will help strengthen the enamel of your teeth. …
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Developing good oral care habits at a young age sets the stage for a lifetime of healthy smiles! February is Children’s Dental Health Month and is meant to create awareness about the importance of oral care for children. We hope you enjoy this short video we put together featuring some of our younger patients discussing why their oral health is important to them. For more information about how to properly care for your child’s oral health, please visit the American …
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Dental insurance can be a tricky topic. Many people participate in their employer-offered dental insurance plans but are not fully educated on the benefits available to them through these plans. The extent of their knowledge is typically who the provider is (Anthem, Delta Dental, MetLife, etc.) and for many, they assume that dental insurance works similarly to health insurance. We have attempted to clarify some of the common dental insurance misconceptions below and hope you will leave us a comment …
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