By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Halloween is fast approaching, and while children rejoice at the prospect of consuming as much candy as possible, parents know that copious amounts of sugar can have monstrous effects on their teeth. But not all Halloween candy is created equal! There is a certain kind of candy that, for dental professionals, … Continue reading Power of Sour: The Candy That Has Us Spooked
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert No one wants to lose their teeth. Unfortunately, many people lose at least one adult tooth in a lifetime for a variety of reasons. But, seeing as it can impact both oral health and quality of life, it is helpful to understand the factors that contribute to tooth loss in order … Continue reading Understanding Tooth Loss: Common Risk Factors and How to Protect Your Smile
By; Dr. Elizabeth Eggert When we talk about cavities and tooth erosion, we’re talking about two very different dental processes. While both processes result in the breakdown of your teeth, they can be caused by different factors, and thus require different solutions. In this post we’re going to share the differences between cavities and tooth … Continue reading Cavities vs. Tooth Erosion
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert When most people think of dentures, they think of a prosthetic that replaces the entire upper or lower set of teeth (or both). But when you only have a few teeth missing, and your remaining teeth are healthy, partial dentures can be an effective solution to bridge the gap. Partial dentures … Continue reading All About Partial Dentures: What Can You Expect When You Get Them?
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Maintain healthy teeth and enjoy a little holiday fun with the 12 days of Christmas, Eggert Family Dentistry style! (We dare you not to hum along!) The 12 Days of Eggert Family Dentistry Christmas On the 1st day of Christmas Eggert Family Dentistry gave to me…1 Records Process for a healthier … Continue reading 12 Days of Christmas, Eggert Family Dentistry Style!
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Periodontal scaling and root planing may sound like a funny way to treat periodontal disease It may even sound a bit intimidating, but this treatment is actually a simple way to immediately start treating gum disease ( periodontal disease). Before we go into an explanation of this procedure, let’s first clarify … Continue reading Periodontal Scaling and Root Planing: What Does It Mean?
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert For people who struggle with sensitive teeth, eating or drinking anything too hot or cold can be uncomfortable. Sometimes, even brushing your teeth or using floss can be uncomfortable if you have sensitive teeth. But what causes tooth sensitivity and will you ever be able to enjoy hot coffee or cold … Continue reading Sensitive teeth? How to prevent issues and make yourself more comfortable.
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Drug and alcohol abuse have been on the rise in the last few years, and those numbers increased even more during the pandemic. Numbers from the CDC suggest that more than 10% of Americans over the age of 12 have abused illegal drugs in the last month. In addition, 24% of … Continue reading What Are the Long-Term Effects of Drug Abuse on Dental Health?
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Like every parent, you want the best for your child. We know you put so much energy into raising happy, healthy, well-adjusted kids. One of the best ways to set them up for a lifetime of better health is by helping them learn good oral hygiene habits early. These habits will … Continue reading Teaching Kids to Floss
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert If you want to save money on dental care, invest in floss, toothbrushes and fluoride toothpaste! The good news is that you can have a huge impact on how long you keep each tooth, and how healthy it is. When you take good care of your teeth, you defer or prevent … Continue reading Dentistry Is Not Expensive–Neglect Is!
