TMJ Awareness

Friendly Family Dentistry, Patient Education, TMJ Treatments

Do you often wake up with a headache or experience regular, unexplained discomfort in your jaw? If so, you may be suffering from a common condition known as TMJ. This month is TMJ Awareness Month, so we want to explain more about this condition, given that so many people suffer but remain undiagnosed. We hope to provide awareness and support to those who suffer from this condition and help them find relief and treatment solutions. Read on to learn more about TMJ and to determine if you or a loved one is likely suffering from this condition.

The Importance Of Making Good Oral Hygiene A Family Habit

Friendly Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Patient Education

At Family Friendly Dentistry, we care about the oral health of your entire family. We know that caring for a family can be challenging. It may seem like there are always new responsibilities and activities popping up that take away from any free time you may have. No matter how busy you may be, it is important to create an oral hygiene routine that family members of all ages can learn and benefit from. Here are some essentials that should be included:

Dental Implants FAQ

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Friendly Family Dentistry, Patient Education

We offer a few different options when it comes to tooth replacement. One common option is dental implants. Thanks to advancements in treatment and technology, more patients are eligible for treatment than ever before. While many people have heard of dental implants, there are still quite a few questions we often get about this treatment. We want to answer some of the most common questions we receive about dental implants. Read on to learn more.

Dental Trends That Can Be Harmful To Your Oral Health

Friendly Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Patient Education

Social media apps have taken the world by storm. It always seems like a different viral video is bringing new trends about fashion, makeup, home decor tips, and even medical trends to the forefront. Medical and dental trends can be harmful because you do not know if the source is reliable or comes from a medical professional. Trying out these trends can be harmful to your oral and overall health. We want to discuss some of the more recent dental trends and explain why they are bad ideas.

Tips For Calming Your Nerves At The Dentist

Friendly Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Patient Education

Do you get nervous before you visit our office? If so, you are not the only one! Many people experience nervous feelings before they visit the dentist. However, we never want your nervous feelings to keep you from getting the dental care you need. We want to share some helpful tips to help you feel relaxed before and during your visit to our office. Read on to learn the tips.

The Importance Of Replacing Missing Teeth

Cosmetic Dentistry, Friendly Family Dentistry, Patient Education, Restorative Dentistry

Have you recently experienced tooth loss and are struggling to decide if you need to replace your tooth or if you should leave the space alone? Dealing with tooth loss can be extremely challenging for a patient, causing feelings of sadness, uncertainty, and confusion. We are here to help patients work through their feelings and get through the process of replacing their tooth or teeth. We encourage any patient to replace a missing tooth as soon as possible, no matter the location. The only teeth that do not need to be replaced are wisdom teeth and teeth that were removed prior to orthodontic treatment.

3 Things You May Not Know Are Harming Your Oral Health

Friendly Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Patient Education

We do all we can to help you look your best and feel good about your oral health. This is why we are passionate about maintaining your routine hygiene examination and scheduling any recommended treatments in a timely fashion. Unfortunately, some of the patients we see do not always have the best habits and make poor decisions that end up harming their oral health. While some patients experience immediate problems, others can expect to have issues in the near future. We want to share some common habits that can harm your oral health. Read on to learn more.

Dental Health Tips That Can Lead To A Beautiful Smile

Friendly Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Patient Education, Pediatric Dentistry

At Family Friendly Dentistry, we are passionate about our patients of all ages receiving routine dental care in our office. This is the time that we not only thoroughly clean your teeth, but we also inspect them for problems such as decay. We see many of our patients only two times a year for their routine cleanings, which leaves the majority of their dental care in their hands. We know that sometimes your oral hygiene routine can be a little lax, especially after a long day, but we want to stress the importance of caring for your teeth properly each and every day. Caring for your teeth properly now will save you a lot of time in our office and additional expenses that can add up over time. We are going to share some dental health tips to keep you out of the dentist’s chair:

Shield Teeth From Cavities

Friendly Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Patient Education, Pediatric Dentistry

One of the biggest concerns when we see a patient of any age for their routine hygiene examination is whether there is tooth decay and a filling or other treatment will be needed. This is especially a concern for our young patients, and we understand. Parents can get frustrated because it can be difficult for children to brush their teeth properly, especially when it comes to the small crevices in the back molars. Without proper brushing, decay can begin to develop. We offer a treatment that can be beneficial for all of our patients, young and old, who are concerned about tooth decay. Read on to learn more about this treatment.