Maintaining a strong, healthy, and beautiful smile can be a tough job, but it doesn’t have to be. If you have the proper techniques in your oral hygiene routine, your chompers will be deeply cleaned on a regular basis and you will have a higher chance of achieving your smile goals. To help you have the best oral hygiene routine... read more »
Cavities can develop at any age, but they are especially prevalent in children, who are still learning proper dental care. To help your child avoid cavities, you can boost his or her dental health by following these five tips. 1. Begin oral care early. Even before your baby has teeth, he or she is at risk of oral maladies. Within... read more »
If you’re interested in brightening your smile at home, our Brookfield Family Dentistry, LLC team has some helpful information for you! Before you choose a product, please remember to do your research and pick a whitening system that will give you the results you desire as well as care for your teeth and gums. There are many different over-the-counter whitening... read more »
Before you grab the first tube of toothpaste you see at the store, our Brookfield Family Dentistry, LLC team encourages you to stop and think for a minute. Toothpaste is a great tool that can safely and effectively clean your smile, but only a few of the toothpaste options do so. So, to help you pick the best toothpaste for... read more »
It’s not uncommon for your teeth to dull and stain due to the natural processes of aging, consuming dark food and drinks or tobacco use. This drives many people to explore their tooth whitening options. How deeply your teeth are stained as well as the underlying cause will determining which whitening products or procedures will be called for to whiten... read more »
You probably know that gum disease can cause serious problems, but do you ever wonder what you can do if you have this issue? Fortunately, there are a few things you can do. Sadly. while severe instance of gum disease could require surgical help, most cases won’t. Of course, wouldn’t you rather prevent gum disease altogether? If so, we have... read more »
Dentures are reliable appliances that can replace your missing teeth for years to come—but only if you take proper care of it by cleaning it each day. If you are not sure how to clean your denture, we are happy to help you! In order to properly scrub and sanitize your appliance, please do the following things: · Rinse the... read more »
Your oral hygiene routine and the products you choose is one of the cornerstones of strong teeth and a healthy mouth. Research has found that multiple low doses of fluoride exposure in your day will go a long way towards strengthening your tooth enamel to help prevent tooth decay. The enamel of your teeth is made from a microscopic mineral... read more »
Residual food particles and sugar in the mouth encourages the bacteria that form plaque and tartar. Regular brushing and flossing, as well as your annual dental checkups, can go a long way towards removing plaque and tartar before it has a change to damage tooth enamel. Unfortunately there are times when even the best oral hygiene practices simply can't hold... read more »
Do you have toothaches often? Does one tooth seem to hurt frequently? Do you know why that may be or what you can do to prevent toothaches? The most common cause of toothaches is tooth decay. If tooth decay is left untreated, it can eventually lead to a cavity. If a cavity isn’t addressed, decay can continue to spread until... read more »