Let’s Celebrate National Tooth Fairy Day

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Patient Education, Pediatric Dentistry

If you are thinking that there are no special days in the summer to celebrate other than Independence Day and Labor Day, you would be incorrect. There is a very special day that we can celebrate on August 22nd — National Tooth Fairy Day! Have you never heard about this special day before? Let us tell you more about how you can celebrate this dental holiday. Just as you may assume from the name, this holiday is a day that recognizes a young child losing their baby teeth as well as the special fairy who pays a visit to collect the teeth and leaves behind a special token or prize. National Tooth Fairy Day is actually celebrated twice a year. Two times a year symbolizes the number of times that children should receive a dental cleaning.

What Kind Of Bridge Does A Dentist Build?

Caring Dental of Spotswood, Patient Education, Restorative Dentistry

Dealing with oral health complications can be stressful. This is particularly true if you or a loved one has experienced severe tooth decay or has had a tooth extracted and needs to choose a tooth replacement. We do all we can to guide patients in the direction we feel is best, but ultimately it is up to the patient to decide on their final choice. One of the reasons patients may struggle with their decision is because they are unfamiliar with the treatment options. Today, we want to share more information about a common dental treatment that has been used for many years, but you may be unsure what the treatment entails. Read on to learn more about dental bridges.

Why Choose Water To Drink?

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Patient Education

What is your favorite beverage to drink? Do you love a sugary coffee drink from your local coffee shop? Or perhaps you find yourself reaching for a soft drink in the heat of summer. Even though these choices may be delicious, it’s important to be sure to drink them on occasion and not frequently. You may be surprised at the amount of sugar in popular drinks such as specialty coffees, soft drinks, sports beverages, and even juice. It can be more than eating a candy bar!

Why Aftercare Instructions Are So Important

Caring Dental of Spotswood, Emergency Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Education

We know that the ultimate goal for our patients is to achieve optimum oral health. As much as we all strive for that, it is not always the reality. Thankfully, we offer a number of dental treatments that can fix any oral health issue you may be experiencing. While it is critical to schedule your treatment appointments on time, it is also critical to follow any care instructions before your treatment and during recovery. Failure to do so can negatively impact the results of the treatment. Read on to learn more.

Help Your Teen Facilitate Positive Oral Health Habits

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Education

At Caring Dental of Spotswood, we encourage our patients of all ages to be proactive about their dental health. This means maintaining an oral hygiene routine at home and visiting our office for routine hygiene examinations. While we know that our young patients need an adult’s help to do this, we want to encourage our teen patients to take more initiative with their oral health. We were once teens too, and we know how difficult this age can be. They are testing their wings and learning how to become functioning adults. Unfortunately, with this learning curve come some difficult times. From time to time, we see our teen patients put their oral health on the back burner, and we do not want to encourage this behavior.

Even If You’re Not Missing A Tooth, This Information Is For You

Caring Dental of Spotswood, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants

Have you recently experienced tooth loss and are deciding on a tooth replacement option? Whether you have experienced tooth loss or not, you can probably understand the frustration and overwhelming emotion of making such a choice. We always believe that it’s best for our patients to be informed about all options because anything can happen and you may find yourself needing this information at some point in your life. One popular tooth replacement option is dental implant placement. While many people have heard of dental implants, there are still quite a few questions we often get asked about this treatment. Today, we want to take a few moments and answer some of the most common questions about dental implants. Read on to learn the questions and answers. Hopefully it will give you the information you need!

Ways To Prevent Tooth Decay

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Oral Health

At Caring Dental of Spotswood, we encourage all of our patients to be mindful about their oral health. Because we see our patients so infrequently during the year, the majority of caring for their oral health falls on their shoulders. You may be surprised to learn how quickly your oral health can deteriorate if you are not cleaning and caring for your teeth properly. It is very easy for tooth decay to develop leading to the need for treatment.

Is It Time?

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Patient Education

Are you or a loved one due for an oral hygiene examination appointment? Patients with an outstanding oral hygiene routine sometimes feel they don’t need to visit for routine appointments because they are cleaning their teeth thoroughly at home. Unfortunately, that is simply not true. Everyone, no matter how excellent their oral health is, should be visiting our office regularly for a routine examination and cleaning. Read on to learn more about why regular dental appointments are so important.

Ways To Keep Your Mouth Healthy

Caring Dental of Spotswood, General Dentistry, Oral Health

At Caring Dental of Spotswood, we want our patients to have excellent oral health that will last them a lifetime. Our set of teeth is the only one that we will have during our life, and it is important that we take proper care of them. Not only can this be done by maintaining regular appointments in our office, but also at home by making wise choices. We see patients so infrequently during the year that the majority of their oral health is in their hands. Aside from eating healthy foods, there are a few things you can do to ensure you have excellent oral health. They include:

Now Welcoming Children!

Caring Dental of Spotswood, Patient Education, Pediatric Dentistry

We have exciting news! We are now seeing children ages three and up in our office for their oral health needs. We know that schedules are busy, especially when children are involved, and it can be difficult to schedule appointments for your family at various medical offices. We are thrilled we can take away some of that burden and welcome your entire family to our office for dental care. Read on to learn more about this exciting news and how to help prepare your child for their visit to our office.