Perhaps you are familiar with dry brushing your body for its many health and skin benefits, but have you heard of dry brushing your teeth? This type of dry brushing is when you brush your teeth without water or toothpaste. You may be hesitant to try the dry brushing method because your dentist has always […]
Toothache Concerns: Does Brushing Teeth Help Toothaches?
Nobody likes toothaches. They come at the worst time, they’re annoying, and they often shouldn’t be ignored. Sometimes toothaches may be a fluke like getting caught between your teeth or another problem. While you may be tempted to ignore your toothache, it can be best to get to the root of the problem. Often an […]
Why You Really Need To Brush Your Teeth
Brush your teeth for a full two minutes after every meal! You have probably heard a variation of this admonition since you were a child. What’s the big deal though? Is it really going to make a difference if you skip your nightly brush, or try to slide by with a quick 30 second rinse? […]
The Truth About Gum Disease
It is estimated that one out of every two American adults suffers from a form of gum disease called gingivitis, possibly without realizing it. As one of two main types of gum disease, gingivitis is considered a milder form and is often overlooked because it causes no pain. Along with the tooth damage and chronic […]
We Love Our Dental Assistants!
Did you know it’s national dental assistants month? There’s no better time to celebrate the fantastic team of dental assistants we have here at Bridge Creek Dental. Every day, we are grateful for our hardworking and dedicated team that puts patient care above all else. When you visit Bridge Creek Dental, you’ll likely work with […]
Teeth and Kids
Teeth are formed while the child is still growing in the womb, although they do not break through the gums until certain points of development up to around the age of twelve. Because the modern diet involves more sugar than it used to, extra care should be taken to keep teeth as healthy and pristine […]