Does your heart start pounding at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you drive by a dental practice? Many people who have improved their smile with cosmetic dentistry or underwent extensive restoration services chose to use sedation. Though the terms ‘sleep dentistry’ and ‘oral conscious sedation’ are …
The world of dentistry continues to advance at a rapid pace. If you have visited your Decatur dentist lately, you have probably noticed some things that make your visit more comfortable, such as the ability to watch TV or listen to music while receiving treatment. Many Decatur dentistry patients welcome oral conscious sedation to reduce …
Bite down hard, but not on Doctor Teichmiller’s hand! Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? There are ways to find the source of the dilemma and there are ways to make it right. Bite pain can be due to a damaged tooth, missing teeth, or loose teeth. Any of those …
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 …
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