Posts Tagged ‘Concord’
If I have braces, do I still need a dental checkup every 6 months?
Thanks for the question! Yes! In fact, it’s even more important that patients receiving orthodontic treatment visit our office regularly. When you’re wearing braces, food may be caught in places that your toothbrush normally can’t reach. This causes bacteria to build up and can lead to cavities, gingivitis and even gum disease. Believe it or…
Read MoreIndependence Day Facts, Tips, and Party invitations!
It’s hard to believe, but July is already here and half of 2012 has already passed! As July 4th approaches, our team thought it would be fun to share some facts and safety tips for celebrating our country’s independence day. Fun Facts: Betsy Ross, according to legend, sewed the first American flag in May or…
Read MoreUnderstanding cavities
One word nobody wants to hear when they visit the dentist is Cavity! That’s right, the dreaded cavity; but what exactly is a cavity and how do you get one? A cavity is a hole that develops in a tooth when the tooth begins to decay. It’s important to get a cavity filled as soon…
Read MoreConnect with us on Facebook!
We will be rolling out our new Facebook Timeline page soon and would love for you to check it out! You’ll find all the useful information that was there before, but now in a fun, new layout. When you Like us on Facebook, you’ll be able to check out photos of our office, find out…
Read MoreFebruary is National Children’s Dental Health Month!
For the past 62 Februaries, the American Dental Association, or ADA, has sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. National Children’s Dental Health Month began as a one-day event in 1941 in a Cleveland clinic. In 1981, however, the program was extended to a month-long celebration known…
Read MoreWhy do you choose Dr. Hill?
Dr. Hill, serving Concord and the surrounding areas, strives to provide exceptional treatment in an informative and friendly environment. Have you had a great experience at our office? Share your story with the world! Just select the Review Us on Google Place button above to write a review on our Google Place Page. We look…
Read MoreAsk Dr. Hill: If I have braces, do I still need a dental checkup every 6 months?
Thanks for the question! Yes! In fact, it’s even more important that patients receiving orthodontic treatment visit our office regularly. When you’re wearing braces, food may be caught in places that your toothbrush normally can’t reach. This causes bacteria to build up and can lead to cavities, gingivitis and even gum disease. Believe it or…
Read MoreThe trouble with bottled water
Dr. Hill knows that as more families turn to bottled water and away from the traditional tap, they may be missing out on one important ingredient that most brands of bottled water fail to include: fluoride! For more than 60 years, water fluoridation has proved to be a safe and cost-effective way to reduce dental…
Read MoreFive ways you can avoid plaque, from Dr. Hill
Dr. Hill knows nobody likes getting plaque on their teeth. Here are five other ways you can avoid that dreaded enemy of the teeth, courtesy of WebMD. Let’s start with brushing regularly. Brushing your teeth twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste is vital to a healthy mouth. Make sure you softly brush all the…
Read MoreHave you had a check-up lately?
Even if you brush and floss daily, it is still important to see Dr. Hill every 6 months, or as recommended. Why? We can detect and treat tooth and gum problems that you may have never felt or noticed. Even thorough daily oral care may not be enough to prevent cavities and oral decay. Frequent…
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