Don’t Ignore These Dental Warning Signs At Comfort Care Family Dental, we do our utmost to make your experience as anxiety-free and generally pleasant as possible. Still, we’re well aware that many people are afraid or otherwise reluctant to go to the dentist. If we hadn’t figured this out from own experience, a recent poll
read more“More than 50 years ago, examinations of people entering the military showed that Americans’ teeth were in pretty bad shape. Few people took good care of their teeth. There were no guidelines for how often you should see a dentist. Many dentists focused on fixing problems rather than preventing them. Dental and health organizations decided
read more“You can’t overestimate the importance of good oral hygiene — not only for dental health, but for your overall wellbeing. In fact, gum disease is a major risk factor for the development of serious health conditions, including heart disease, and diabetes. From the time we’re young, we’re taught that using a toothbrush regularly is one of the best ways
read moreHow Sugar Affects Your Teeth Most people would say that it is fairly common knowledge that sugar is bad for your teeth, but this has not always been the case. In fact, it is believed that ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle was the first to observe that sweet food like soft figs lead to tooth decay,
read moreOne of the most common reasons for people to visit the dentist is that they are experiencing tooth pain. A toothache may seem like a small thing to someone who has never had one, but people who have experienced it know how painful they can be! There are many factors and causes of tooth pain
read moreWhen it comes to dental visits, most of us know that keeping our regular dental checkup at least twice a year is the recommendation. Most of us also know bleeding gums are not normal and are a sign that we need some extra help with our dental care routine. We also know that tooth pain
read moreBaby teeth usually become loose because the permanent teeth are pushing them up and out of the gums as they try to come in. Kids tend to lose teeth in the same order the got them. In most cases, the first teeth to get loose are the front teeth, followed by the canines and then
read moreWhen you are dealing with missing teeth it can be a major inconvenience and problem but fortunately, you’ve got several options. The worst thing you could possibly do is to sit by and do nothing! A missing tooth is more than just an issue with aesthetics and how your smile looks. Replacing a lost tooth
read moreToothpaste is a necessity for good oral care and hygiene and it is almost an afterthought in today’s modern world. Most of us take it for granted and don’t think much about it other than when the tube runs out and it’s time to buy more. And even then, most people don’t put much thought
read moreAs we age, wear and tear take a toll on our teeth each and every day. Thankfully, you have the power to greatly reduce the effects and protect your teeth for years to come. Anyone over the age of 55 needs to pay extra close attention to their daily oral care routine. Here at Comfort
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