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.

Hear From a Patient Like You! Learn More About Cosmetic Bonding

Cosmetic Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

Are you unhappy with the state of your front teeth and would love to make a change? Whether you have experienced damage to your front teeth, or you are simply unhappy, we offer a number of treatments that can improve your smile. One treatment that you may not be familiar with is cosmetic bonding. Cosmetic bonding uses a durable, composite bonding resin to cover a number of flaws and imperfections in your teeth. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with one of our patients who recently received this treatment. Click here to watch the short video and hear the thoughts of our patient.

Check Out This Patient’s Story!

Invisalign, Orthodontics, Patient Education

Would you love to improve your smile? If you are concerned about the placement and appearance of your teeth, we provide a treatment that can not only improve the appearance of your smile, but can help restore your oral health as well — Invisalign®. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with a patient who completed Invisalign treatment and hear her thoughts. Click here to watch the video and learn more about this popular treatment.

Check Out This New Treatment Option!

BioClear, Cosmetic Dentistry, Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

Are you unhappy with the appearance of your teeth? Perhaps you have gaps between your teeth, or some of your front teeth are smaller than the rest. We are happy to share that we provide a treatment that can help improve these imperfections and more! Patients love this treatment because it not only leaves beautiful, natural results, but it is also quick and easy. Interested in learning more about this treatment? Continue reading to see if this treatment may be for you!

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.

Mouth Cancer Awareness

Patient Education, Rivercrest Family Dental

November is not only the month when we celebrate Thanksgiving and spend time with loved ones, but it is also the month when we recognize Mouth Cancer Awareness. This month is dedicated to the knowledge and awareness of oral and mouth cancers. Any type of cancer cells found on the lips, tongue, cheek, and gums is considered mouth cancer. We stress the importance of routine oral care, not only to look for decay, but also because we inspect your mouth for signs of cancer during your appointment.

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.

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.