3 Things You Need to Know about Easing Anxiety Over Dental Visits

Anxiety dental visits

Although dental visits are routine for most people, it’s a different experience for a few. About one in ten adults have high anxiety or fear of going to the dentist and may avoid it altogether—even when they have an acute situation. If you’re one of those with dental visit anxiety there’s good news—we may be able to help you relax and have a more positive experience. Here are 3 things you need to know about reducing your anxiety at the dental office. It starts with the dentist. While every patient deserves a compassionate, understanding dentist, it’s especially so if you … Continue reading

10 Tips to Tame Bad Breath

Bad Breath

National Fresh Breath Day is celebrated in August, but who doesn’t want fresh breath every day? Everyone has bad breath once in a while, so here are some tips to fight it. 1. Step up your oral hygiene routine. Good oral hygiene is the first line of defense against bad breath. Brush your teeth morning and night and floss daily to remove much of the tiny food debris and plaque (colonies of oral bacteria) that can cause bad breath. 2. Don’t neglect your tongue. A coated tongue can be a source of bad breath, so brush your tongue as well … Continue reading