Xylitol: What It Is, Why It’s Great, How To Enjoy It!

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So, you keep hearing about xylitol and that it may be better for your oral health than sugar but you don’t really know much more than that. Any time you hear that you can swap something out for the delightful sweetness of real sugar, you think to yourself that there must be some catch! However, it sure would be nice if it were true because one of your main life priorities is protecting the smile health of yourself and your family. While you may feel a bit skeptical, our Springfield, OH team is pleased to report that xylitol really is something worth investigating! Learn more.

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filed under: General Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry

February Is: National Children’s Dental Health Month

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There are a lot of things you may already know about what February represents, of course, particularly if you are a very big fan of Valentine’s Day! However, if we set that truly lovely holiday aside for just a second, there is something else worth considering: The second month of the year is also National Children’s Dental Health Month! If you didn’t already know, then now is your chance to spend a moment with our Springfield, OH team as we discuss this important month of recognition. Remember, too, that we provide pediatric dental care, so you can absolutely honor this moment by coming in during February or simply taking time to set up your child’s next visit.

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filed under: General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry

Back To Basics: Things Your Smile Really Needs

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When you really get right down to it, you can very easily protect your oral health. However, if you have never really spent a moment reflecting on what your smile needs in order to remain in good shape, then the process of keeping things in order can feel a bit scattered and uncertain rather than streamlined and easy. Take some time with our Springfield, OH team as we explore preventive care (and more) that will ensure you are doing all that you need for your teeth and gums!

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filed under: Orthodontics, Preventive Dentistry

3 Comfortable Things That May Completely Shock You!

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One of the big, major reasons patients decide not to call and to schedule the care that they need? They’re worried that some aspect of dental care is going to include discomfort. To this, our Springfield, OH team says: One of our big, major goals is to ensure that every last part of your experience with caring for and protecting your oral health is completely comfortable! So, what types of things might we be able to shock you with in regard to assumed causes of discomfort that are actually the opposite? Consider details and services in a whole new way and you may quickly recognize that coming in for care is going to be just fine!

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filed under: Orthodontics, Preventive Dentistry

3 Reasons to Never Skip Your Dental Cleaning Appointment

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Regular dental checkup and cleaning appointments are essential to a good hygiene routine, but you may not realize just how important is to make it to every single appointment, without fail. If you stick the schedule consistently, then you might mistakenly think that missing a visit won’t matter much. However, the point of a dental cleaning appointment is to remove the threats (oral bacteria) that lead to much more serious issues, including tooth infection and gum disease. If it’s been awhile since your last cleaning appointment, then schedule one as soon as possible at our Springfield, OH, dentist’s office. (more…)

filed under: Preventive Dentistry

Why In Office Teeth Whitening Might Be For You

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In the natural processes of life, teeth can gradually becoming yellowed and discolored. Luckily, there are many options for teeth-whitening in Springfield, OH, the most common cosmetic procedure that dental patients undergo. Along with a variety of not-always-effective over the counter teeth-whitening options, there are two general types of teeth-whitening products that your dentist can oversee. One is a take-home system of trays, which many patients find convenient and cost-effective. For some patients, in-office whitening is the treatment of choice. If these factors fit your lifestyle, in office teeth-whitening might be for you.  (more…)

filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry

Why Skipping Your Dental Floss Can Prove Disastrous

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You may have managed to convince yourself over time that flossing is the very least important thing you need to consider when your goal is oral health protection. We know: You think that as long as you follow through with dental visits and brushing, you’re probably A-OK. However, our Springfield, OH team is here to let you know this isn’t the case. If you skip the dental floss as part of your preventive care, bad things can happen! So, learn more and start flossing to keep your smile nice and safe!

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filed under: General Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry

Your Mistletoe Moment: What’s It Mean To You?

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While you usually don’t see it coming, when you end up standing beneath a lovely little bunch of mistletoe with another unsuspecting party-goer, there are many different reactions you may have. First, you may feel over-the-moon relieved that you’ve been keeping up with your smile because, even if you choose to respond to the mistletoe by offering a friendly handshake, you can do so knowing that your smile was in no way offensive. Then, there’s the other way things might go: You find yourself extremely disappointed because you haven’t been keeping up with your smile, so the moment is not a very cheery one. Our Springfield, OH team asks: What might a moment under the mistletoe mean to you in regard to your oral health? Consider some questions and ask yourself if it might be time to take action, so your smile is always in wonderful condition.

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filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry

Erase Your Fears: 3 Reasons To Straighten Your Smile In 2019

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Did you really, really want to align your smile in 2018? However, did you find that you ended up facing some level of fear or anxiety at every turn? If you think that this is something our Springfield, OH team cannot possibly understand, think again: We happen to see patients just like you on a very regular basis and can easily empathize! Even better news? We would love to help you erase your fears by offering up a few very compelling, interesting reasons you will be able to feel more than comfortable straightening your smile in 2019 with orthodontic care. Let’s explore!

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filed under: Invisalign, Orthodontics

Helpful Christmas Reminders To Keep Your Smile Safe!

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As Christmas inches closer and closer, you have lots on your mind, a ton to take care of, and you’re doing your best to keep a smile on your face! While there may be a seriously long list to work your way through, the goal is to have a lovely, joy-filled holiday, of course. With that said, our Springfield, OH team knows that though you may already have quite a lot going on, you’ll be much happier come Christmas morning if you have a few smile safe suggestions to add to your collection of holiday-related priorities!

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filed under: General Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry