Nearly 40 million American adults have sensitive teeth, according to the Academy of General Dentistry. It’s a very common problem that can keep people from enjoying the hot and cold foods they love. Your dentist in Colonia understands how frustrating and painful having sensitive teeth can be. But what causes… Read More…
Dentures can be an amazing solution for those who are missing several teeth or even all of their teeth. They’re a great tooth replacement treatment that can restore confidence, enhance life, and may even help people look younger. However, dentures do need proper care in order to stay clean and… Read More…
When we think of spit, we may automatically think about how gross it is, especially when someone spits in public. But what would you say if we told you that spit is actually something pretty incredible? Join your dentist in Colonia as we talk about some of the surprising facts… Read More…
When you start seeing a new dentist in Colonia, one of the first things you’ll probably have to do is fill out a medical history form. But why? In short, your dentist needs to know what may be affecting your overall health and, in turn, your oral health. Diabetes is… Read More…
Two things: (1) It’s hard to believe that we’re closing out 2019 already. What happened to the rest of this year? (2) How is it already time for ghosts, ghouls, goblins, and all things Halloween? How do you and your family welcome fall and closeout October? Do you take in… Read More…
This is the time of year when sugary sweets and candy seem to be lurking around every turn of the grocery or pharmacy aisles. There are so many ooey, gooey, colorful, delicious treats we want to eat. But as we all know, your dentist in Colonia will tell you to… Read More…
As research continues and more scientific advancements happen each year, there is mounting evidence that your oral and overall health are connected. Your dentist in Colonia is here to tell you this is 100 percent true. This gives a whole new reasoning to why it’s super important to brush, floss,… Read More…
One of the most common restorative treatments your dentist in Colonia uses is fillings. Whether they’re specially crafted for you out of an amalgam (metal) or composite material, we want them to stand the test of time. If your bite isn’t right, then there’s a good chance your filling or… Read More…
By now you’ve probably heard of the relatively recent rise in the popularity of vaping as an alternative to traditional smoking. You’ve probably heard that this new craze isn’t as safe as you may have originally thought. New research suggests that vaping has a direct correlation to an increased risk… Read More…
August 21st is Senior Citizens Day, and there’s no better way for our dental office in Colonia to celebrate than by sharing some oral health information for the favorite senior citizens we have in our lives and their families. The truth is, our oral health needs will vary as we… Read More…
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