Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become complacent about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In this blog post from Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL our goal is for you to evaluate where you stand, and to think about whether you could step it up a notch. By committing to dental health best practices,…
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Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?
Categories: Dental health, Dental implants
The best candidates for dental implants are people whose gums and jawbone are healthy. Receding gums are a major roadblock for getting implants, but it is not an insurmountable problem at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL. Dental implants have a success rate of greater than ninety percent. But in order to success they need enough…
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often; some go as long as five years between visits! At Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently. 1. Oral…
Decatur Smiles Guide To Healthy Tooth Enamel
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is neither indestructable nor renewable. It’s important to brush and floss daily, and have regualr checkups at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL. We recommend using a toothbrush with soft bristles. Use it after every meal to gently clean away food particles. It…
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty have gum disease in some form. Fortunately, it’s a treatable condition at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL. What do your gums do? Gum tissue has an important job. It protects the roots of your teeth…
Seeking A Relationship In Decatur?
Categories: Dental health
The relationship you have with any health care professional is more important than you might think. This is as true for a dentist as any other provider. That’s just one reason why, at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, we work hard to make our office a friendly and welcoming place. When it comes to your…
Are You Smiling?
The importance of brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we emphasize to all of our patients. Along with regular checkups and cleanings at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, it’s the best way to maintain your beautiful smile. A good dental hygiene routine, something you do every single day without fail, is…
Twice A Year!
At Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, we say it all the time: see us at twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. And happily, most of our patients are really good about making and keeping those appointments. It’s the best way to stay on top of their dental health. As important as healthy teeth…
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
In this post from Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, we focus on behaviors that influence dental health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of…
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Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, we are committed to providing the best possible dental care for our patients. We want each one to be well-informed about their dental health and the services we provide them. We view ourselves as your first line of defense against dental problems. When you come in for a checkup,…
