How Long Should You Brush?
At Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL, we recommend brushing your teeth for at least two minutes, every time you brush. Most people think they brush that long but would probably be surprised if they actually set a timer. Many of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Essential Dental Health Brushing […]
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty have gum disease in some form. Fortunately, it’s a treatable condition at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL. What Is Gum Disease? Gum disease is inflammation and infection of the soft tissue that holds […]
Why Look For The Seal?
Here’s a reminder from Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL: when you go to the store for oral care products, make sure your purchase carries the seal of the American Dental Association. You can depend on the American Dental Association (ADA), which only places its seal on a product after it has been evaluated […]
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
This post from Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL is about your tooth enamel, and how you can best protect it. Our teeth work hard and are constantly under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel- the hardest substance in the body. Sadly, enamel erosion is extremely common, […]
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
When you suddenly have to juggling a lot of issues, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through an intense family situation or have become the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Smileology in Niceville and Miramar […]
Top 10 Reasons To Visit Your Dentist
You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental exam in a while, give us a call at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL. Consider these important reasons for having regular cleanings and checkups: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way to prevent dental problems. Clean Up: Our dental […]
Beware Of Hidden Sugars
Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL we want to remind you what sugar does to teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of the […]
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
At Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL, patients sometimes ask us how they should go about choosing a toothbrush. Picking this most basic dental health tool can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices. The most important consideration for a toothbrush is soft bristles. […]
Multi-Procedure Dental Visits Save Time And Hassle
At Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL, we want to see each one of our patients for a cleaning and checkup twice a year. Most of the time we try to get you to schedule your next appointment even as you leave the office from your latest one. There are some very good reasons […]
Have Your Dessert!
Do you have a sweet tooth? Join the club. For many of our patients at Smileology in Niceville and Miramar Beach FL, it’s not realistic to recommend avoiding sugary treats. If you fit that category, here is something useful to know: eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. For instance, […]