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How to Deal With Dental Anxiety

Dental anxiety is common and not something you should feel ashamed of. We’ve worked hard to provide an atmosphere of comfort and relaxation. There are several proven methods to overcome dental anxiety, and we employ them at our offices. Read our blog post for details!

Don’t Let the Dentist Break the Bank

According to Consumer Reports, more Americans have dental coverage than they did 20 years ago. Read our blog post to learn how we work with you, insurance companies and credit programs to help make dental procedures more affordable.

Celebrate Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month

Do you know how dental health care is affecting your kids? According to the National Education Association’s website, approximately 51 million hours of school are missed by American students due to oral health problems each year. These absences are mostly due to severe mouth pain, but can also include illness caused by oral bacteria and … Continued

Rinsing Brilliance

The General Dentistry study found that using a germ-killing mouth rinse twice a day, in addition to regular brushing, can significantly reduce the occurrence of plaque, as well as gingivitis, the beginning stage of gum disease. Academy of General Dentistry Publication. Do you use a Mouthwash? How often and what kind? Like toothpaste, floss, and … Continued

DENTAL HEALTH TIPS FOR THIS OH SO SWEET HOLIDAY

Valentine’s Day comes in fourth when it comes to the consumption of candy (Halloween is first followed by Easter and then Christmas). 58 million pounds of chocolate are sold the week of Valentine’s Day. So, what is a dental care-conscious person to do? Here are just a few tips to enjoy the holiday with someone … Continued

CAVITIES ARE CONTAGIOUS

Have you heard anyone say that bad teeth run in their family? The primary reason that cavities have a tendency to “run in families” is because the bacteria that damage teeth are communicable. These bacteria thrive on sugars found in the mouth, multiply on dental surfaces and produce acids that destroy teeth. While dental anatomy … Continued

NEW SMILES DENTAL LOCATION IN SALEM!

New Dental Office Smiles Dental continues to grow by adding our 6th Smiles Dental office in Salem, Oregon. This new addition to the Smiles family is our first in the State of Oregon! Salem Dental Center to Smiles Over the past several months, we have worked with Dr. Nicholas Caba on the process of transferring … Continued

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