Williamsburg Dental Blog

Especially after the COVID-19 outbreak, people obsessed over how clean objects are. Disinfecting counters, doorknobs, technology, desks, light switches, and chairs became essential to reduce the risk of infection, and while people have eased their strict cleaning, the idea of bacteria and viruses anywhere can scare people. Believe it or not, you likely have more than 700 types of bacteria living in your mouth right now! However, before you worry or do something rash or unhealthy, learn more about how probiotics can help you maintain safe control of oral bacteria.

When you became an adult, you probably found out quickly that life involves tasks you don’t really enjoy or find hard to do, but you learn to do them anyway because they are necessary. For example, you may not love going to the dentist for checkups and cleanings, you really need to get it done to avoid dealing with tooth pain or even losing your teeth from poor care. If you find the cleaning and checkup uncomfortable or unpleasant, did you know you can take certain actions to make these appointments easier for yourself and your dentist? Keep reading to learn what you can do to simplify your dental care and shorten these visits.

Did you know that about 50 percent of American adults above the age of 30 have an advanced form of gum disease? At first, this statistic may not seem serious or worrisome, but when you consider the strong connection between gum disease and the increased risk for heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and certain kinds of cancer, this high number of affected people rises in importance. As with many other infections, the sooner gum disease is identified and treated, the better! But how can you detect the first stage (called gingivitis) if you aren’t a trained dentist? Here are some early signs of gingivitis to look for!

When you hear about conditions like heart disease or diabetes, you immediately can see how life-changing and potentially life-shortening they can be. In other words, you may be more interested in learning how to avoid these conditions or how to treat them. Although you may not realize it, gum disease can have serious and devastating impacts on your smile and your overall health. If you already have this infection, you should ask your dentist these important questions to understand gum disease, its treatment, and prevention in the future.

When medications are created, studied and tested, and taken by patients, sometimes other potential unintended uses become clear. While it was originally intended to help with one condition, it may also address another part or issue in the body. This phenomenon is called an “off-label” technique or solution. Until you have a doctor or dentist tell you about it, you may not know this off-label treatment is available! For instance, did you know that BOTOX can be used on your neck as well as your face? Learn more about this off-label use of BOTOX in the content below.

Chances are someone you know has had dermal filler treatment to fight the natural effects of aging on their face. However, before you follow their example, you should know as much about the injections as you can to make the best decision for your own body. Here is an overall guide to dermal fillers and information you must know to see if it’s a good fit for you.

Everything comes with an expiration date in life. Even non-perishable foods only last so long before starting to go bad. Unfortunately, many treatments, especially cosmetic ones, don’t stay perfect forever because natural aging and skin changes will always return after a while. The results you get from BOTOX look amazing, but keep in mind that they aren’t permanent! Learn more about BOTOX and why you should still consider it, even though it is temporary.

Even with unlimited information at everyone’s fingertips, myths about various topics still exist and continue to confuse the public. BOTOX, for instance, was discovered in 1897, but it is still misunderstood in many ways. Here are some of the persistent myths surrounding BOTOX injections and the truths behind them.

Before emergency situations occur, it’s smart to have a plan in mind. When a tornado, snowstorm, or other natural disaster hits, it’s not the right time to start putting together a plan. Dental emergencies often work in a similar way. Although you can’t always anticipate or prevent them from happening, you can have a plan ready. Let’s say you’ve lost a dental crown, what steps should you take after that? Keep reading to learn more!

Often, when people don’t clearly know what to expect from a certain treatment, particularly in dentistry, fear and hesitation can develop or even prompt them to postpone necessary procedures. For instance, if you don’t know what it means to “prepare a tooth for a dental crown,” it can sound mysterious or even painful! In this post, you’ll learn what this process entails and why it’s nothing to shy away from.