We finally made it to the last part of our 5 part series. By now, you should be seeing a huge difference in your oral health. We have covered brushing, flossing, avoiding certain foods & tobacco products, and even mouth wash. Here are the last 3 steps in our 15 steps to good oral health. 13. Drink more water for …
Here we are on part four of our 5 part series on the 15 steps to good oral health. Hopefully, you have incorporated these each week and are now seeing a big difference in your smile! Last week, we talked about how sugary foods can influence your oral health. This week, we want to talk about a few things that …
We are back again this week to continue our journey of good oral health. In the third part of our five-part series on 15 Steps to Good Oral Health, we want to cover what effects food can have on your oral health. Remember, last week we went over the steps you can take to get you back on track such …
Staying on the topic of good oral health, this week we pick up where we left off. Last time we touched on how people tend to brush off their oral health care and put it on the back burner. In order for us to get back on track, we suggest you invest in a proper toothbrush, be sure to brush …
Are you Practicing Good Oral Health Care? We often find that people tend to put their oral health on the backburner. You might say, “Well, I can floss tomorrow.” Or, “I brushed my teeth this morning; I should be fine.” The fact of the matter is, in order to have proper oral health care, you should practice these 15 steps …
Oral cancer can be a dangerous disease if not found early. An oral cancer screening from Dr. Dernick and his team at Smiles of Memorial scan patients for oral cancer during their yearly dental exam. This is one reason why the oral health team encourages patients to complete bi-annual dental visits. Prevention is one of the best ways to reduce …
If your mouth sometimes feels like a hot, dry sauna, you are not alone. This is called burning mouth syndrome which can be related to a variety of diseases, infections, and medications. If you have a dry, burning sensation on your tongue, hard palate, lips or anywhere in your mouth, call Dr. Dernick at Smiles of Memorial to plan a …
It’s a hot summer day and you take a big, delicious bite into a bowl of rocky road ice cream. Just as the chocolate and vanilla hit your tongue a sharp, painful stabbing pain fills your tooth. This situation is all too common for people with sensitive teeth. At Smiles of Memorial, we want to help you enjoy the hot …
Spring has sprung! This is the time of year children start to ask for spring goodies, like peeps, jelly beans, and chocolate. If your worried about how this will affect the health of their teeth, you’re not alone. However, at Smiles of Memorial, Dr. Dernick promotes a healthy way to eat candy without damaging the health of your teeth. …
At times, saliva can seem like a liquidy nuisance making your mouth uncomfortably watery. Other times, saliva is nowhere to be found and your mouth feels like a desert in the middle of summer. So, what does saliva really do and how can it help your oral and overall health. Let’s take a deeper dive into the watery world of saliva. …
