We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly whites. In addition to creating an overly acidic environment in your mouth, alcohol severely dehydrates oral tissues because of its desiccant and diuretic properties. BecauseContinue reading “Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health”
“The purpose of all war is peace.” – Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in late May, that is what Memorial Day is all about. It is aContinue reading “Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!”
We all know that sleep apnea causes many a difficult night. Noisy snoring, gasping for breath, and waking up dozens of times a sleep cycle are the unhappy consequences of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). What you may not realize is that sleep apnea can make your days just as challenging. Obstructive sleep apnea is causedContinue reading “How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Waking Life”
“Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.” – Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their child’s visits to Grand Smile Dental. Whether it’s driving their kids to regularly scheduled appointments or for “being there” while their child is treatment,Continue reading “Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!”
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Grand Smile Dental. Everyone wants a glowing and radiant white smile when the sun comes around and we have a few reminders to keep your pearly whites healthy and beautiful overContinue reading “Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!”
Calcium from dairy products for strong bones and teeth? Check. Vitamin C from fruits and vegetables for gum health? Check. Protein from lean meats, eggs, and fish to create, maintain, and repair tooth and gum tissue? Check, check, and check. These nutrients are probably the most well-known players in the production of a dental healthyContinue reading “Four Great Additions to Your Dental-Healthy Diet”
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a time of change, and assertions that we needed to pay more attention to the Earth’s atmosphere were generally dismissed. But within a couple decades, itContinue reading “Every Day is Earth Day”
Everyday life can take a toll on the whiteness of our teeth: Foods we love as well as soft drinks and coffee can stain them over time. Poor brushing and flossing can also leave behind tooth stains. Even injuries to teeth or gums can cause some yellowing, and in certain cases, medicines can contribute toContinue reading “Tips for a Whiter Smile”
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering some dental side effects as well. When you have pollen allergies, pollen triggers your body’s immune system to release histamines. Histamines are part of theContinue reading “Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?”
Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some professional advice to deal with these troublesome tints. Discolored patches, both dark and light, can develop for a number of different reasons. Some markings areContinue reading “A Spot of Trouble?”
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