Posts Tagged ‘Oral health’
Patient question: What should I expect during my first visit?
Thanks for the question! Your first visit typically includes an x-ray that allows us to view the structure of the jaw, the position of any teeth that have not yet erupted, malformed roots, and tooth decay. The initial visit also involves getting your medical history. When you share your medical history with us, be sure…
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 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…
Read MoreHappy New Year from Dr. Hill!
The year is almost over, so we wanted to ask what was memorable about 2011 for you, and what are you looking forward to in 2012? Do you have a new year’s resolution, or any exciting plans for the coming year? Have a safe and happy New Year, from Dr. Hill and team!
Read MoreShare your winter break plans with us!
Dr. Greg Hill and our team want to know: what do your winter plans look like? Do you have any plans for an exciting family vacation? Are you hanging out around town? Catching up on sleep? Spending time with friends? Let us know! Please feel free to share your exciting winter plans and experiences with…
Read MoreKids and teeth grinding, from Dr. Hill
Grind, grind, grind. If you live with a teeth grinder, you may be familiar with this unpleasant sound. Did you know teeth grinding, or bruxism, is common in children as well? In fact, three out of 10 kids grind or clench their teeth, usually in response to losing teeth, jaw growth or other discomforts, such…
Read MoreNovember is National Diabetes Awareness Month!
Dr. Hill and our team know the way you care for your teeth at home doesn’t just affect your oral health, it can impact your overall health as well. In recent years, researchers have found clear links between the mouth and other parts of the body, and the evidence is especially impactful for people with…
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