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Comprehensive Care at the Dentist’s Office? We Think It’s Important. Here’s Why.

By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert At Eggert Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive care for every dental patient. Often, we find that new patients are pleasantly surprised that we perform regular blood pressure checks and periodic radiographs (x-rays) as part of your routine dental care. Eggert Family Dentistry is a very progressive, cosmetic and … Continue reading Comprehensive Care at the Dentist’s Office? We Think It’s Important. Here’s Why.

Quit Clenching and Grinding and Get the Facts about Bruxism

By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Do you ever wake up with a dull ache in your jaw? Or, after a stressful day at work, do you find you’re always fighting a headache right at your temples? Chances are you didn’t sleep on your jaw funny or have a tension headache. You likely are clenching your jaw … Continue reading Quit Clenching and Grinding and Get the Facts about Bruxism

Keeping an Eye on the Tooth Fairy Price Index

By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert On average, the price of teeth has gone up since 2000. Over the years, the tooth fairy and her international cohorts have been compelled to leave behind more and more money in exchange for baby teeth. It turns out the tooth fairy adjusts her gifts according to the strength of the … Continue reading Keeping an Eye on the Tooth Fairy Price Index

5 Ways to Reduce Your Child’s Anxiety about Going to the Dentist

By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Nearly a fifth of children are afraid of going to the dentist’s office. What about your child? If your kids are scared or anxious about going to see the dentist, here are some tips to help them overcome their fears and confidently take a seat in the dentist’s chair. 1. Start … Continue reading 5 Ways to Reduce Your Child’s Anxiety about Going to the Dentist

Doing What’s Best For Your Baby – Caring for Baby Teeth

By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Caring for Baby Teeth Ah, your child has reached another milestone. A new tooth. Now it’s time to focus MORE attention to good oral hygiene! As your infant’s teeth start to appear, usually at six to eight months of age, it’s time to move from a washcloth to a baby toothbrush. … Continue reading Doing What’s Best For Your Baby – Caring for Baby Teeth