Having a tooth extracted can be a stressful experience. But, the recovery doesn’t have to be! There are some practical steps you can take (and a few things to avoid) to make your recovery faster and more comfortable. Just follow these dentist-approved tips, and you’ll...
General Dentistry
Back-to-School Reminders: Is it Time for a Check-Up?
Camping trips, picnics, family cookouts; summer is just jam-packed with things to do. In the flurry of all that fun, a new school year can sneak up on you. It can be hard to think about preparing for school when you are still in summer vacation mode but don’t...
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How To Choose the Best Toothbrush
When was the last time you perused the oral care aisle at the drugstore? It’s packed FULL of options; choosing the best toothbrush can appear to be an impossible feat. Should you select a brush with soft or hard bristles? Manual or electric? The possibilities may seem...
How Comprehensive Dentistry in Shorewood Benefits You!
Has your approach to dentistry been to visit the dentist only when you have a dental issue demanding immediate attention? A toothache, broken tooth, or bleeding, swollen gums are certainly emergency situations and should have immediate attention. Single-tooth...
General Dentistry |1 min read
Fluoride and Sealants: They’re Not Just For Kids Anymore
You’re very diligent about brushing twice a day and flossing regularly. You even make sure you see your Shorewood Dentist at least twice a year for your checkup and cleaning! Then one day, Dr. Lakota tells you, you have a cavity! How could this happen?! Believe it or...