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.

Dealing With A Dental Emergency

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

At Rivercrest Family Dental, we are here to help you and your family with all of your dental care needs, even when dealing with a dental emergency. Unfortunately, we know an emergency can happen at any time so it is important to be prepared with what steps to take if you find yourself or a loved one dealing with a dental emergency. It is also important to know what steps can be taken to help prevent a dental emergency from occurring.

Milestones: 1st Visit To The Dentist

General Dentistry, Rivercrest Family Dental

Do you have a young child or loved one in your life and are unsure when they should visit the dentist for the first time? There are so many milestones in a young child’s life that it can sometimes be overwhelming to remember when each event should take place, especially if you are experiencing everything for the first time. We typically recommend for children to visit the dentist for the first time around their first birthday or within six months of their first tooth emerging. If you are realizing that your child is older and has not had their first visit to the dentist, that’s ok! There is no time like the present to schedule their visit. A first visit to the dentist can be overwhelming. We want to share some helpful tips to help your child (and you) before their first visit. Read on to learn these tips.

Please, Don’t Delay Dental Treatment!

General Dentistry, Rivercrest Family Dental

We know that life can get busy, especially with the beginning of the school year and fall activities quickly approaching. If you or a loved one has been putting off or delaying a dental treatment, there is no time like the present to schedule the appointment. Delaying a recommended treatment can lead to a dental emergency, the need for additional treatments and added expenses. Delaying dental treatment can greatly impact the future of your oral health. Continue reading to learn more.

Is Stress Jeopardizing Your Oral Health?

General Dentistry, Rivercrest Family Dental

Do you have a high-stress lifestyle or job? Do you often feel like there isn’t enough time in the day to accomplish your daily goals? While we all certainly feel this way from time to time, if this describes you on a daily basis, we want to share some important information about how your stressful lifestyle may be affecting your oral health. Read on to learn more about the ways in which your oral health may be in jeopardy.