It’s hard to believe that another year is almost over. With the start of November, many of us have reached the time of year where we start to reflect on all we are thankful for. Most of us would list family, friends, home, health, and careers as reasons we are thankful. Can you think of another important part of your life that you should be especially grateful for? We can, and it may surprise you. Continue reading to see why.
Parents want what is best for their children in every way. Many parents are well aware of the specific milestones that children should reach during the first eighteen months of life. However, there are several important growth and development factors that must be evaluated in each child during the first decade of life. Surprisingly, it is the dentist who becomes the guardian of normal facial growth and development for young children to achieve the following:
Do you wake in the morning and realize that your mouth always seems dry? Or maybe you wake and feel more tired than usual. The culprit could be your breathing. Breathing not only provides your body with the oxygen it needs to survive, it also allows you to release carbon dioxide and waste. You have two air passageways to your lungs—the nose and mouth. Healthy people use both airways to breathe. So, what can it mean if you are only breathing one way? Read on to find out.
We understand that a dental treatment can make our patients anxious and even downright scared. Whether you are young or older, it’s natural to feel stress or anxiety regarding an upcoming appointment, but that shouldn’t stop you from getting the dental care you need.
We are often asked, “How do I know if my child will need braces when they are older?” That’s a great question! Even though the jaw and teeth are still developing in younger children, there are signs that we can spot that will tell us whether orthodontic treatments might be in their future. Read on to find out more.
Orthodontic treatments have come a long way, and now there are options besides the conventional metal braces that everyone thinks of when faced with needing to correct their bite or straighten their teeth.
Have you ever been embarrassed by a misaligned smile or crooked teeth? If you’re thinking about braces, does a teenager with a mouth of metal brackets and wire come to mind? Well, teenagers are no longer the only people with braces. In fact, people of all ages are getting braces to help them improve the look and function of their teeth. Read on to find out more.
As a natural cavity fighter, fluoride is important in maintaining oral health. Fluoride is even added to some countries’ public water supplies, including the United States, to help citizens maintain good oral health. What is fluoride? It is a naturally occurring mineral that is found in the environment. Teeth receive and lose minerals everyday through the enamel coating. Acid attacks the enamel when minerals are lost. Fluoride works to protect the enamel by making the surface of the teeth resistant to harm done by acidic foods and drinks.
We have a special treat for you today! I sat down with Dr. Shane Conner, an oral maxillofacial surgeon with Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates (OMSA), and I’d like to share the video of our meeting with you. We discuss how the implant treatment is easier than most people think and he answers lots of common questions about the procedure. Dr. Shane is one of 7 oral surgeons in a group that has 5 offices serving southeastern Wisconsin — their Slinger, WI office is the closest to our practice. Watch the video and you’ll learn why dental implants are a popular treatment.
Do you think you missed the boat on having straighter teeth or a better aligned smile now that you are an adult? When you think of braces do you only think of teenagers wearing a mouth full of metal? We want you to know that even as an adult, you can improve the alignment of your teeth and bite using orthodontics. What’s more, you also have options other than metal for braces, including ceramic and clear.
