Category: Preventive Dentistry

A checkup allows our team to monitor your smile throughout the year and watch for signs of trouble. But how often do you really need to have one? In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists are talking about the importance of a checkup, and how often you should schedule one with our team.

In times of stress, we may be more likely to grind and clench our teeth in the night, often referred to as bruxism. Unless treated, this disorder increases the risk of damaged teeth. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists will be looking at what you can do to prevent bruxism, and when you… Read more »

For many people, picking up fun snacks and treats has been a way of keeping spirits high during their time inside. We get it, and know that the occasional fun treat is okay, but too many foods and drinks high in sugar could do more than give you a stomachache, you could also become vulnerable… Read more »

Our office is currently closed, outside of emergency appointments of course, which means we can’t clean and examine your smile as we normally would. As a result, people in El Paso, TX, need to make sure they’re brushing and flossing properly to avoid the onset of issues like tooth decay or gum disease while staying… Read more »

Along with safeguarding your teeth against tooth decay and dental infection, you also need to maintain better care of your gums. Not only do they frame your smile, but they also keep your teeth in place! Without regular homecare, you could be more likely to suffer from issues like gingivitis and gum disease, which in… Read more »

You’ve probably heard this since you were a child: You need to brush your teeth every day to avoid cavities and other issues. Since we’re stuck at home and unable to attend exams and cleanings, caring for teeth at home is vital for your overall oral health. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists… Read more »

Tooth decay and gum disease are very different oral health concerns, but they do have one thing in common: They are often the result of plaque buildup. While a dental cleaning can remove this buildup, we’re limiting treatments to emergency care only. Fortunately, your El Paso, TX, dentists have a few ideas for limiting your… Read more »

We’ve recently talked a lot about emergency dentistry, and even tips for keeping your smile healthy from home. But aside from brushing and flossing, which we’ll go over again in today’s blog, we’re also going to look at how to choose healthier snack options! Smile healthy snacks and drinks can help lower your risk of… Read more »

Our last blog focused on brushing our teeth, from picking the right toothbrush to how often. But you don’t need to just brush your teeth, you also need to clean where your toothbrush’s bristles cannot reach. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists will talk about flossing and how this simple routine can help… Read more »

Staying inside means you help slow the spread of COVID-19 and safeguard the health of your community. But since you can’t attend routine preventive treatments, like checkups and cleanings, you need to continue to care for your smile from home. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists are talking about proper brushing!