Help Your Teens Have Optimal Oral Health

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

At Rivercrest Family Dental, we care about the health of our patients of all ages. We often stress the importance of caring for your oral health. Our adult patients are responsible for their own oral health, and children rely on an adult to help them care for their teeth. What about our teenage patients? While it is important for adults to ensure that our teenage patients are visiting our office for routine hygiene examinations and cleanings, adolescence is a time when teens become responsible for caring for their oral health on a daily basis. We want to help our teenage patients understand the harm they can cause to their teeth when they do not care for them properly.

Learn More About Oral Health Through Each Stage of Pregnancy

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

One of the most exciting times in life is during pregnancy and having a newborn. Many patients are surprised to learn that pregnancy not only changes the state and appearance of the body but can also have some lasting effects on dental health. We wanted to share how your dental health can be affected during pregnancy and some helpful tips to keep your teeth in great shape. Even if you aren’t expecting it, you can forward this information to a loved one who might be experiencing this exciting time.

Tips For Summer Dental Care

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

We don’t know about you, but we are thrilled that summer is starting soon. While we know it already feels like summer, we can all celebrate the official start in a few short days. While we hope you have tons of summer fun planned, we want to remind you to continue to care for your oral health because not caring for your teeth now can lead to unwanted oral health issues in the future. Continue reading to learn some helpful suggestions for caring for your teeth this summer.

What Causes Bad Breath?

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

Do you always find yourself reaching for a breath mint or keeping your distance from another person when you talk because you are concerned about the smell of your breath? Bad breath happens to us all from time to time. It is especially common after eating certain foods and drinking beverages such as coffee, which explains the term “coffee breath.” For many people, brushing and flossing their teeth or using a piece of sugar-free gum will help improve their breath. Unfortunately, if you struggle with frequent bad breath, your mouth may be giving you a warning that there is a problem with your oral health. Read on to learn more.

Warning Signs With Your Oral Health You Should Never Ignore

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

At Rivercrest Family Dental, we are passionate about our patients having healthy teeth and mouths. You only have one set of teeth to last your lifetime, and not caring for your teeth and mouth properly can lead to serious issues with discomfort as well as the need for dental intervention. This is one of the reasons we are so passionate about routine dental care and visiting our office at least every six months for a routine hygiene examination and cleaning. We see you and your family so infrequently during the year that it is important to be sure you are cleaning and caring for your teeth properly. We recommend that each patient inspect their teeth and mouth regularly for signs of any problems. Warning signs that may indicate a problem include:

Do You Have A Problem With Sensitive Teeth?

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

Do you find yourself avoiding extremely cold foods because they bother your teeth? Or does the thought of eating hot and cold foods at the same time cause you to cringe because you know you will experience tooth discomfort? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may be experiencing issues with tooth sensitivity. Tooth sensitivity is a common sensation that patients experience from time to time. However, when sensitivity persists, it is a warning sign that you may have an issue with your oral health.

Check Your Calendar!

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

Did you know that you should be visiting our office for a hygiene examination and cleaning every six months? We recommend that some patients, especially those who suffer from gum disease, see us even more frequently. If you are realizing that it has been a while since your last hygiene examination, now is the perfect time to schedule an appointment for you or your loved ones. Even if you take excellent care of your teeth each day by thoroughly brushing and flossing, we still need to check them regularly. Read on to learn about why we are so passionate about regular dental care for you and your family.

Caring For Your Teeth Over The Holidays

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

It’s hard to believe that December is upon us and, before we know it, we will be celebrating the start of a new year. While we hope that you have a wonderful holiday season with your friends and family, we want to remind you about the importance of continuing to maintain your oral health. If you don’t care for your teeth properly, you can experience issues with dental decay or a dental emergency, two things we know you don’t want during the holiday season.

Alternatives To Try Instead Of Consuming Candy This Halloween

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

Time always feels like it’s flying by! It’s hard to believe it’s October already, and Halloween will be here before we know it! Did you know that Americans purchase over $2 billion worth of candy during the Halloween season? While we know most of our patients love a sweet treat from time to time, a large increase in sugar from candy can be detrimental to your family’s oral health this Halloween. Thankfully, there are so many other options available instead of consuming your Halloween candy. We wanted to share some of our favorite alternatives.

What Is A Dental Crown?

General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Rivercrest Family Dental

Have we recently recommended a dental crown during a prior visit, but you have postponed scheduling the appointment? We know that an unfamiliar treatment can be a little intimidating, but a dental crown is a common treatment. In fact, there is a good chance you or a loved one will need a dental crown treatment at some point. We want to give you more information about this common treatment so you might better understand why you need it and to help you feel more comfortable with the process. Continue reading to learn more.