Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people. Gum disease treatment is available at Allen Park Dental Care. Those statistics come from the Centers for Disease […]
Dental Health
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
You’ve been brushing your teeth since you were five. You switch to auto pilot morning and night and get it done. This question from Allen Park Dental Care may seem odd, yet we ask: are you brushing correctly? As it happens, many people are make mistakes when they brush their teeth. You may need to […]
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression nowadays. This post from Allen Park Dental Care is for those who currently have an oral piercing or are considering one. Since this is a dental blog, you may expect us to raise all sorts of alarms about the dangers of piercings. You are right. Unfortunately, these […]
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When Benjamin Franklin said that in the 1730s he was talking about fire safety. But like all great quotes, it applies to many more aspects of life, particularly dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively with preventative measures. Some essential guidelines […]
Call Them What You Will, Just Keep Them Healthy
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, the team at Allen Park Dental Care reminds you to never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Practicing proper oral hygiene every day will pay off throughout your life. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not to mention […]
Mouthwash Facts In Allen Park
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this post from Allen Park Dental Care, we’ll discuss mouthwash. Many pepole use mouthwash to freshen their breath and keep tooth decay in check. But it should never be used exclusively; good oral hygiene starts with brushing and flossing. Mouthwash is an extra tool in your dental hygiene tool box. It is important to […]
Restore Or Replace: New Life For Your Damaged Tooth
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
As the saying goes, there is more than one way to skin a cat. And at Allen Park Dental Care, there is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of a set of perfectly healthy teeth, you may never need any of these procedures. But if you are […]
Are Toothpicks Good For Cleaning Teeth?
At Allen Park Dental Care, we always remind our patients how important it is to clean their teeth on a regular basis. Not just the front surfaces, but between the teeth, too. This is essential for cavity prevention. What’s the best way to go about getting those narrow spaces between teeth? That’s an easy one: […]
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. This condition is so widespread in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by the American Dental Association. Fortunately, periodontal disease can be treated at Allen Park Dental Care. Here are […]
4 Reason To Look For The ADA Seal
The team at Allen Park Dental Care reminds you that when you go to the store for toothpaste, mouthwash, and other oral care products, be sure that the product you decide on displays the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Here are four ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for […]
