The 4 Stages of Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It’s a progressive condition, and is easily treatable in its earliest stages. From Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL, here are the four main stages of gum disease. Gingivitis The main symptoms of gingivitis include red or swollen gums that cause discomfort while […]
Our Standard Of Excellence
At Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach we are committed to the dental health of each one of our patients. We want everyone who settles into one of our chairs to have a good experience. But just as important, we want our work to result in healthy teeth and gums that last a lifetime. That […]
Be Glad We Have X-Ray Vision
During a dental checkup at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach we do a thorough inspection of your teeth and gums. But visual inspections can’t tell us everything we need to know, which is why we take x-rays. For most patients, we update our x-rays once a year. They help us to make accurate diagnoses […]
Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In […]
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you need to do. At Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach, we understand that. (Life gets busy for us, too!) But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup, simply because it seems less important than the […]
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine? We’re asked about this from time to time at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar. Our answer is short and right to the point: “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and […]
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?
Plaque is that filmy stuff that forms on teeth. Since it is caused by the breakdown of the foods we eat, plaque formation is a constant process. And that’s why we keep reminding our patients to brush and floss twice a day, at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach. The plaque process goes something like […]
Bad Breath Is No Fun
This post from Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach takes on an unpleasant topic: bad breath. Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile […]
Wear A Crown In Niceville
Dental crowns are among the restorative procedures we use most at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach. Crowns restore and protect a tooth that has been damaged, or had dental work. Each crown is custom-made to fit the tooth it is for. This type of crown is sometimes called a “cap” because of the way […]
What To Expect From Your Dental Checkup
Along with your daily dental health routine, regular checkups at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach are essential to maintaining good dental health, and the peace of mind that comes with it. For most patients, we recommend a checkup every six months. Sometimes we need to see a patient more often, and sometimes less often. […]
