Distinctive Dentistry Blog

If your child is like most, this month they are looking forward to passing out paper Valentines and candy hearts. While you and your little one are busy getting ready for a fun February 14th, your family’s dentist encourages you to celebrate something else, too — Children’s Dental Health Month! Keep reading to find out more about how you can honor your child’s smile this month, and all year long.

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Dentist educating a patient at an exam

Are you one of the millions of Americans who made a resolution in 2018 to improve your health? If so, you probably decided to exercise more, eat more fruits and vegetables, and get eight hours of sleep each night. But you may not realize that problems in your mouth can also affect your general health, putting you at higher risk for developing certain types of disease. If 2018 is the year you’ve vowed to take better care of yourself, keep reading as a dentist in Dallas GA talks about this surprising link. You’ll also learn about some simple steps you can take to improve your oral health and do something good for your body in the process!

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A smile before and after whitening

Did you know that people who smile are considered to be more intelligent, attractive and trustworthy? It’s true! How amazing that you can say so much with a smile. That is, unless you don’t feel particularly confident about your teeth and wind up hiding your smile from other people. The good news is that even if you weren’t born with a perfectly white set of teeth, there are professional treatments that can brighten your smile and add confidence to your life. Below, a dentist in Hiram talks about how to whiten your teeth at home, as well as the best way to maintain your new smile.

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You can spend hours choosing the perfect outfit, shaping your hair just right because you want to make a good impression. However, you could still leave a disappointing impression on someone if they smell your bad breath.

Let’s face the facts: no one wants to talk to the person who has unpleasant odors wafting from their mouth each time they crack their mouth to spew something. You might keep a supply of mints in your pocket, but you can be much more proactive when it comes to preventing stinky breath. Your dentist in Dallas, GA is here to share a trick that will help keep you fresh all the time. It’s as simple as regularly cleaning your tongue!

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Do you know why people love the holidays? The top three reasons are typically family, friends, and food! There are many people that travel miles and miles just to be near their family at the end of the year and as your trusted dental team, we want you to stay safe.

That’s why your dentist is here to explain how to avoid a dental emergency with these helpful holiday tips.

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Many people look forward to the holidays, but there are also many people that just look forward to the cold weather. Cold weather is connected to cozy things like comfort food, fireplaces, and hot chocolate.

Unfortunately, there may be a few people that aren’t able to enjoy everything the winter has to offer because of their tooth sensitivity. If you have sensitive teeth and just want a cup of hot cider this holiday season, this week’s blog post from your dentist in Hiram is for you!

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Substance abuse is a growing problem across the United State; according to one source, there are roughly three million new users each year. The social and general health problems associated with drug use are well-known. However, there is another aspect of the issue that doesn’t often receive the attention it deserves. People with substance use disorders are more likely to suffer from oral health problems than people in the general population. Your dentist in Dallas, GA, is here to discuss this troubling problem.

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Everyone likes to indulge once in a while. Especially when the holiday season rolls around, sweet treats are everywhere. Whether it’s Halloween candy or a slice of pecan pie, it’s far too easy to give into goodies that are loaded with sugar. All that munching can lead to tooth decay and its associated pain. But what if science could take that pain away? Your dentist in Hiram is here to discuss advances that could one day revolutionize dentistry and the way tooth decay is treated.

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