Are you having a hard time selecting the right mouthwash for your oral health and smile? If so, you’re not alone. Because there are many different types of mouthwash available, choosing a product can be overwhelming at times. To help you, our dentist, Dr. Sage White, would like to tell you all about the different types of mouthwash so you... read more »
For some people, a trip to the dentist can cause low level anxiety. Others may suffer from a dental phobia. Such feelings are not uncommon, but they should not keep you from your routine appointments, or having a problem treated. In cases of dental anxiety or fear, you should take the time to talk with the dentist and their staff... read more »
Our troops make extreme sacrifices for our country every day while in foreign lands. What is sometimes forgotten is how the families left behind also aid our country. They sacrifice so much while their soldier is away and carry a huge burden to support that soldier. They worry about the safety of their soldier until the day that he or... read more »
If you suffer from frequent headaches or jaw pain, then it’s time to see a professional. This could be a sign you suffer from TMD, which is also known as TMJ. Here at Gentle Family Dentistry & Orthodontics in Cedar City, Utah, our team is dedicated to your oral health, including your jaw health. To help you understand more about... read more »
Dentistry can change depending on various lifestyle changes, including pregnancy. Oral hygiene and oral health care are often overlooked while an individual is pregnant, but it is still highly important to continue your daily oral health care routines. Pregnancy is linked to an increase in risk for numerous oral health ailments, including gum disease. Furthermore, poor oral hygiene during a pregnancy... read more »
Keep your teeth safe from oral accidents and injuries by preparing for them. Accidents occur randomly, so make sure you are prepared for any oral emergencies that may come your way. Implementing safe and effective hazard prevention plans may save your smile should an oral emergency ever arise. If you have suffered blunt trauma and have lost teeth, it may... read more »
Given the significance of oral cancer and the importance of spotting the disease quickly, schedule oral cancer screenings frequently. Each year in America, tens of thousands of individuals are detected with the disease, and as with other cancers, an early discovery is often crucial to ensure a chance at a healthy recovery. Common signs and symptoms of oral cancer include... read more »
Many Americans are using some kind of medication or prescription drug. This can vary depending on a person’s age, sex, health and physical condition. However, these have an interference on your dental health care that is often ignored. You may wonder why your dentist needs to know about your birth control prescription or a cold you had last week. This... read more »
Dental stains that appear on the teeth in your smile can affect your self-esteem and leave you feeling socially awkward. They can be caused by several different things such as aging, dark beverages, and frequently consuming dark beverages. At the same time tobacco use can also be a potent source of significant dental stains. The tar and other chemicals introduced... read more »
Dental stains often start out as a mild discoloration on the surfaces of your teeth. As time goes on, these stains can gradually start to penetrate deeper into the microscopic pores in your tooth enamel. This can leave you with an increasingly stained smile. In a situation like this, you should strongly consider scheduling a whitening consultation at Gentle Family... read more »