Are you familiar with the word gingivitis and what it entails? Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease in which several symptoms can often be present alerting you to a downturn in your oral health in relation to gum tissue infections. If gingivitis is present, you will need to visit your dentist so that treatments can be used to... read more »
It’s easy to forego receiving regular dental cleanings, especially if you don’t seem to have any dental problems. After all, it’s not easy to take time out of your busy day to visit with the dentist at Art & Science Family Dentistry. However, if you aren’t receiving regular dental cleanings and exams, your oral health could be at serious risk.... read more »
Crafting the smile you want and the look you deserve begins with cosmetic dentistry. Every moment you spend with your oral health is another opportunity to enhance your smile. Fortunately, dentistry has numerous treatments and enhancements available to you to give you the smile makeover you desire. Through the use of a specialized field of dentistry known as cosmetic dentistry,... read more »
If you know what to expect in the dental chair, there is a good chance you’ll have a more positive and successful dental experience. That way you aren’t surprised by the treatments being performed. So, to help you know all there is to know about your dental cleaning appointments, our dentists, Drs. Kinney and Musser, are happy to tell you... read more »
Are you taking the necessary care of your teeth to ensure they can last a lifetime? If you have not already done so, take the time to improve your oral health. This includes giving your teeth and necessary care throughout your life for years to come. To make sure your teeth are functioning as intended, it is important to brush... read more »
You brush and floss your teeth, and that’s great! Some people choose to include mouthwash in their oral hygiene routines. If you are considering doing the same, read on! The first thing you should know is that not all mouthwashes are created equal. There are two main categories of mouthwash, therapeutic and cosmetic. Cosmetic mouthwashes are not very useful. They... read more »
Taking care of your teeth doesn't have to be a difficult chore. However, during various times of the year, you may need to exercise extra caution. Halloween is one of those times. Not only should you continue to clean your teeth every day, but exercise caution with the products you eat and what activities you partake in. During the season... read more »
The connection between sugarless gum and your smile has only in recent years been truly understood and documented. Sugarless gum can transform your smile for a healthier and happier set of pearly whites. Although, the reason sugarless gum can be beneficial for your smile has little to do with the gum itself. For a better understanding of the basics of chewing... read more »
You’ve already had your natural set of teeth replaced with a sturdy set of dentures, so does tradition oral hygiene still apply? Do you need to brush your teeth? How about floss? You still need to take proper care of your dentures, but not with brushing and flossing. To maintain your dentures, there are specialized care techniques to keep them... read more »
Have you ever actively asked yourself how you can improve your oral health care? Although brushing and flossing remain the cornerstones to a healthy smile, it is just as important consistently make an effort to improve those skills as well as seek out additional treatments to help protect or treat your pearly whites. One particularly important technique in regard to... read more »
