Dental Articles

With the start of a new year, we are wishing nothing but health and happiness for all of our patients in the year ahead. It is our goal to help our patients achieve optimal oral health. With all that has been happening over the past few months, we know that concern for your overall health has been at the forefront of your mind. We want to remind you what a major role your oral health plays in your total health. During a routine dental examination in our office, we examine your mouth for more than you realize. Read on to learn more about one of the most important areas of your mouth, and here is a hint: it’s not your teeth!

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December is here, which means many of us are in full swing preparing for the upcoming holidays. While things may look a little different this year, with cancelled holiday parties and smaller family gatherings, there are still those constants that we can always look forward to: beautifully wrapped packages, twinkling decorations, and delicious holiday treats. If you are anything like the famous movie character, Buddy the Elf, and you stick to his four main food groups of candy, candy canes, candy corn, and syrup, you may be visiting our office to ring in the new year.

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Do you wake in the morning and still feel unrested? You may be waking frequently during the night or snoring, and it is waking you. On occasion, it is normal to feel sluggish in the morning, especially if you are under tremendous stress, ate too much before bed, or are suffering from illness. If slow-moving mornings have become the norm for you, then you might be having a problem during your sleep. Continue reading to learn what might be the cause.

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Do you avoid visiting the dentist out of fear or nervousness? Or perhaps you’ve had a negative dental experience and it left you hesitant to try a new dentist out of fear of the unexpected. Both of these scenarios are among the reasons a patient might be a great candidate for sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry is the process of using medications in various ways to calm a patient before and during a dental procedure.

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With Halloween over, Thanksgiving will soon be upon us, quickly followed by the holiday season. Although we can’t have the traditional holiday parties and dinners we are accustomed to this holiday season, we still deserve to look our best, even if it is only through holiday card photos. With the year that we have had, it is the perfect time to treat yourself to the bright, shining smile you have dreamed of. Continue reading to find out about an amazing offer that will ensure you come out with a glowing smile in every picture.

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Here at Parkside Dental Care, we pride ourselves on and are committed to using advanced technology to provide the highest level of dental care. If you need dental X-rays, 3D cone beam scanning may be a good option for you. Cone beam imaging in dentistry is transforming the way dentists are able to gather information about oral health and diagnose their patients.

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The holiday season is quickly approaching and while we are all busy with the hustle and bustle of preparing for holiday meals and family get-togethers, it is important to remember that not all are quite as fortunate. At Parkside Dental Care, we believe in giving back and helping the community. We will be hosting a food drive to support the Montgomery Area Food Bank.

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Have you been on the hunt for a way to improve your smile? Are you tired of having big spaces between your teeth? Is teeth whitening no longer working to give you the bright white smile you desire? Veneers might just be the solution you have been searching for. Dental veneers are a highly successful way to improve your natural teeth and smile. Continue reading to learn more about them.

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While routine dental visits and treatments are widely advised to protect your dental health, it can cause mild anxiety and even panic attacks for many people. Due to stress and fear, some patients avoid visits and put their oral health at risk. This can raise the possibility of serious conditions that could end up in dental emergencies.

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We know it takes time and effort to keep your teeth healthy. You brush and floss daily and keep up with your routine dental checkups. You might even avoid sugary foods and beverages to prevent tooth decay. Sometimes, however, no matter how careful you are, you can end up with a cavity. Some people are more susceptible to cavities because of their habits or even because of genetics. There is a treatment that can give your dental health an added level of protection so you don’t have to worry if we’ll find a cavity at your next visit. Read on to find out more.

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