Do you frequently get gingivitis? Do you know what can increase your chances of developing periodontal disease? Gingivitis can typically be noticed if you have red or swollen gums that may be tender and bleed easily. Gingivitis is an infection in the gums that can be mild but can become progressively worse if it is left untreated. Risk Factors One... read more »
Your oral health care can be at risk from certain lifestyle habits you may have. In order to make sure your oral health can remain in good condition and help your mouth to function as needed, take some time to inspect all aspects of your daily life, including your diet, teeth-cleaning efforts and lifestyle choices. By implementing a comprehensive oral... read more »
Enhancing your smile with sugarless chewing gum is easy. This is because very little effort is put into chewing gum and as long as your jaw is safe, it can help restore your smile in several ways as well as freshen your breath and eliminate residue that may be lingering behind. Although sugarless chewing gum should never be used as... read more »
You’ve probably heard about such things as the mind/body connection, but did you know that the mouth/body connection is also quite prominent? The health of the body and the health of the mouth are very closely connected. Studies have linked poor mouth health to diseases or conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy complications and other health problems. A healthy... read more »
Keeping your smile healthy and strong is just as vital to your self-image as having a healthy body. Today, our Central Oregon Dental Center team in Bend, Oregon is pleased to offer you easy ways to maintain healthy teeth and gums. Let's take a look! Are your daily foods helping or harming your smile? To give your teeth (and gums)... read more »
Would you like to consider a tooth prosthetic that can be removed as needed? With the use of dentures, you can take out your prosthetics and clean them easily and safely. Not only can dentures be crafted for as little as a single tooth, but they can even be made and fashioned for entire rows of teeth. If you wish... read more »
We use a very strong dental adhesive to cement your dental crown and provide additional strength for the tooth and bite. Though the hold of the cement is very firm, situations such as a blow to the face or the development of gum disease can cause the cement between the crown and abutment to weaken, loosening the crown. You should... read more »
Helping your son or daughter maintain strong teeth and a healthy mouth encompasses many important factors. This includes making sure they brush their teeth each morning and night, as well as flossing between their teeth and along the gumline at least once each day. Furthermore, your routine dental checkups at Central Oregon Dental Center’s clinic are also important for the... read more »
Let's face it, being a new mom is hard! You are so tired, and so overwhelmed with all the daily care of providing for a newborn's needs, that it is tempting to forget to take care of your own needs. Even just finding the time to shower, much less brush your teeth twice a day can be challenging. But unless... read more »
A quick walk through the oral hygiene aisle at your local store will likely reveal a plethora of tooth whitening products clinging to dubious claims about their effectiveness for dealing with significant dental stains. Unfortunately, most of these items lack the potency to full remove stains that have set deep into tooth enamel. It’s also worth noting that excessive use... read more »
