This post from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City is about your tooth enamel, and how you can best protect it. Our teeth work hard and are constantly under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel – the hardest substance in the body. Sadly, enamel erosion is extremely…
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5 Reasons to Schedule a Dental Cleaning Today
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Are you one of those people who dreads having your teeth cleaned? At Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, we get it: no one really likes having their teeth and gums poked, prodded, and scraped. But for most people it’s simple and painless, and in the long run it is well worth it! Here…
Stay Out Of The Dental Danger Zone
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
You would never run a red light on a busy street, or cross over a lane of orange construction cones. But Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City warns that you might be doing some everyday things that are bad for your oral health. In this post, we’ll share some common habits that could be…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Everyone should brush their teeth at least twice a day. In this post from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, we’ll talk about why this is so important. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes food debris from teeth…
Smile More, Live Better
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
If you think your smile is unattractive, you may not smile very often. Cosmetic dentistry from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City can improve any smile. In addition to making us happier, smiling benefits our quality of life in a multitude of ways. Look Younger and More Attractive: It doesn’t take a scientific study…
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva
In this post from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, we review the complexity and importance of your saliva. Saliva makes some people a little squeamish, but it’s important stuff: a finely balanced body fluid that not only maintains dental health but also helps with the digestion of your food. So, without further ado,…
Dental Questions? We Have Answers
At Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like it when patients ask questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of the questions…
Replace Old Silver Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues subside. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson…
3-Point Checklist Before Your Dental Consultation
Looking for a dentist because you’re losing the battle with plaque build-up, chipped teeth, tooth pain, stains, or tooth decay? Please give us a call at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City. This blog post offers three steps to take before you arrive at our office. Analyze your hygiene routine and gaps in technique…
5 Cavity Basics
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Preventing tooth decay is one of the main reasons people come to us, at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City. In this blog post, we’ll describe five things you should know about cavities. The word “cavities” refers to tooth decay. They happen when certain bacteria produce acids that destroy a tooth’s hard surface, called…
