Today’s Decatur Smiles article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Decatur Diabetics.’ Many Decatur people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease and tooth loss are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many Decatur dentists have noticed no increased…
General dentistry
What Have We Done For You Lately?
At Decatur Smiles, everything we do is for the benefit of our valued patients. We are devoted to providing quality, compassionate dentistry tailored to each patient’s needs. We know that optimum oral health is an essential element of comprehensive physical health, and that the best dentists do more than just “drill and fill.” Like your…
Decatur Wants Silver Screen Smiles
With the constant media coverage of celebrities, many Decatur dental patients are interested in having a smile like the stars. With Decatur Smiles and the right smile makeover procedures, anyone can have a smile they want to show off. Many smile makeovers include teeth whitening. There are a variety of ways this can be done.…
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
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…
Stay Out Of The Dental Danger Zone
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…
An Air-dried Toothbrush Is A Healthy Toothbrush
Today in our Decatur Smiles blog we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits Decatur residents can form is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses. The best way…
Questions To Ask Your Dentist
Sometimes people research mechanics or hairdressers more thoroughly than their dental professional. Of course, we love our cars and hair – but shouldn’t your dentist be just as important, if not more so? At Decatur Smiles, we love to answer questions about all facets of dentistry. For instance, you may have questions about the types…
Sealants Prevent Cavities! General Dentistry in Decatur AL
Dental sealants are a clear layer of plastic applied to the chewing surfaces of the molars. Application is quick and painless, and the sealants acts like a force field for the teeth. They’re a part of the general dentistry practiced at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL. Usually associated with children’s teeth, sealants are in fact…
Danger Zone! Five Signs of Gum Disease in Decatur AL
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health, General dentistry, Gum disease, Oral Health, Teeth whitening
The older you are, the more at risk you are of coming down with gum disease. But even among young and middle-age adults, gum disease is a primary cause of tooth loss. Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL reminds you that an ounce of prevention of worth a pound of cure. Good oral hygiene and regular visits…
Hope For Denture Wearers: All-on-4 Implants
The condition of your teeth has a considerable impact on your health and happiness. Denture wearers understand this all too well. Dentures are better than no teeth at all, but they have certain disadvantages. At Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL, we offer an alternative to traditional dentures called All on 4 Dental Implants. Implant Motivation As…
