Thank you for visiting the Decatur Smiles dental blog. Today, I’d like to discuss an important but often-overlooked feature in our practice: the modern dental chair. Did you know that dental chairs don’t come from your local Decatur furniture store? An Overlooked but Critical Piece of Dental Equipment Dental chairs were created especially for the …
Looking for a dentist because you’re losing the battle with plaque build-up, chipped teeth, tooth pain, stains, or tooth decay? Please give us a call at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL. This blog post offers three steps to take before you arrive at our office. Analyze your hygiene routine and gaps in technique or consistency. …
Proper nutrition can benefit you in many ways: increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. At Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL we ask: How often do you consider how your diet affects your dental health? Your diet influences your risk of cavities, enamel health, and …
Not happy with your dentist? Looking for a new one? There are plenty of us out there. A quick Google search, a patient review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. The trick is finding a dentist you’re happy with! At Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, we’re proud of our positive online …
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing us at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL twice a year. Your dental health strategy …
In addition to cleanings and checkups, Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL likes to share useful information to help you stay on top of your dental health. So without further introduction, here are some terrific tooth tips: If you have kids and your municipal water supply does not have the recommended level of fluoride, talk to …
Most people know that the sugar in candy, cookies, juices and sodas can harm your teeth, but some people don’t realize that all carbohydrates can cause cavities. As we will describe in this post from Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, a handful of pretzels or a piece of pumpernickel bread can have the same effect …
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings at Decatur Smiles are critical for ideal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. It could be a symptom of gum disease. If your gums bleed for a day or two after your appointment, you don’t need to be concerned. …
When it comes to oral cancer mortality rates, Decatur Smiles reminds you that two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that start in the mouth (or …
You would never consider running a red light on a busy Decatur street or crossing over a lane of orange construction cones on the freeway, but the team at Decatur Smiles reminds you that you might be doing some everyday things that are dicey for your oral health. Crunching ice between your teeth might be …
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