April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a time to assess your risk and get screened. Although oral cancer affects thousands of people in the US every year, a diagnosis does not have to ruin your life. Your dentist is a powerful ally who can help you reduce your risk and detect cancer early, when treatment is most effective.
Your dentist, your parents and even commercials on TV have always encouraged good oral hygiene. This doesn’t necessarily tell you why good oral health is important or how it impacts your life as a whole. In this guide, we wanted to explore the true impact of oral hygiene. You might be surprised by how significant…
Each age group faces oral care challenges. Children lose their teeth and complete the transition to permanent teeth. Adults deal with tooth sensitivity, discoloration, and other concerns. For this guide, we will discuss common oral health concerns for seniors, along with tips to address each one. Prevent Tooth Discoloration Tooth discoloration is common among seniors.…
Do you floss daily? For the sake of clarity, we’re not referring to the floss dance. We know many people do the dance. Are you flossing your teeth daily? If you’re not, make flossing a part of your oral hygiene routine. Did you know there are many bacteria found in plaque? Some bacteria are good…
The holiday season is here. There are so many places to go and people to see. In the midst of all the food, fun, and excitement, don’t forget about your teeth. Now, I don’t expect you to ignore your favorite foods. But consider adding these helpful holiday dental tips to your festivities. 8 Helpful Holiday…
At Clinton Dental Center, we believe that education and prevention are essential when it comes to protecting your teeth. When our patients tell us stories about how they sliced their tongue, chipped their tooth, or lost a crown, it reminds us that there are some bad habits out there that, while evident to us, may…
When your body is in pain, it’s sending you a message that something is wrong. We expect some aches and pains after an intense workout or a brief illness, but when the pain is chronic and affects your ability to enjoy life, it’s time to take action. Sometimes, patients I treat will admit that they’ve…
Smiles have been inspiring artists for centuries. The Mona Lisa, arguably one of the most famous paintings in the world, is famous because of her smile! Musicians, novelists, and playwrights pay tribute to smiles in their work, as well. But did you know that smiling is actually good for you? At the Clinton Dental Center,…
You wake up from the same nightmare you’ve been having for years — the one when you’re at the dentist. There are variations, of course: sometimes it’s me working on your teeth, sometimes it’s an unknown dentist, and sometimes it’s Jordan Zimmerman from the Detroit Tigers. What remains consistent is that you are terrified, your…
Fearing the dentist is common among children, but that same fear tends to stick with people well into adulthood. This may cause you to miss appointments or avoid scheduling them entirely. If you have dental anxiety, there are some simple steps you can take to get past that fear and move on from it. Here…
