You Could be Losing Your Dental Benefits. Schedule a Visit by Year’s End There are only a couple of weeks left until 2018 rolls around. Did you know that the end of the year is one of the most important times to take advantage of your dental insurance benefits? If you’re wondering why, it’s because you lose all of them once the clock strikes midnight on January 1st. Yes, you read that correctly. Come New Years’ Day, all of the benefits you qualify for in …
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Five Reasons to Consider Sedation Dentistry for Your Next Appointment
Does the thought of visiting your family dentist make you feel a little nervous? Do your palms start to sweat as soon as you sit down in the dental chair? Maybe you haven’t gone to the dentist in years, even though you know you need to. At South Anchorage Dental Center, we take added steps to ensure that your visit is an enjoyable experience. Whether you suffer from severe dental phobia or just have a mild aversion to letting someone work on your teeth, we …
8 Effective Ways to Beat Bad Breath
8 Effective Ways To Beat Bad Breath Bad breath is something that everyone has experienced, and obviously no one ever really wants to have it on a frequent basis. That’s why it’s important to learn simple and efficient ways to get rid of it. Whether you’re suffering from this common condition or you want to prevent from having it, make sure to try these simple steps to have a clean and healthy oral health. 1. Brush and floss Every time we eat and …
7 Secrets To Achieve Whiter Teeth Safely
They say that you’re never fully dressed without a smile and what’s the best way to do it than have a bright set of teeth. Unfortunately, the majority of us really can’t maintain our teeth’s luster because of stains from what we drink, eat, and the mouthwash products that we use. That’s why many patients ask about simple steps in restoring their bright and white smile. That’s why we’ve come up with these simple steps you can start implementing right now. …
Do You Really Need to Floss?
“You don’t have to floss all of your teeth. Just the ones you want to keep.” Most people follow the recommendation of brushing their teeth twice a day, but only a few follow the advice of flossing their teeth regularly. Why? Some say it’s time consuming and others don’t really know the exact importance of flossing. What a lot of people don’t know is that flossing plays an important role in our dental health. Even though brushing the teeth cleans the outer …
5 Things You Can Do To Maintain Great Gum Health
Having healthy gums is one of the things that contributes to a tip-top oral health and a beautiful smile. Even though brushing and flossing helps in maintaining a great gum health, there are other things you can do to take care of your gums. If you are looking for ways on how to have a better gum health, here are some helpful things you can do: Go for a Fluoride Toothpaste If you are not using a toothpaste with fluoride, it’s about time that you do. Using …
The Only Toothpaste Guide You’ll Ever Need
Have you ever wondered how you ended up using your current toothpaste? You’re probably using it because it’s what your family has been using for years or your dentist recommended it you. However, one thing’s for sure - toothpastes give us that fresh clean feeling every time we brush our teeth. Having a fresh breath is like having a good hair day, it sets out the tone in every moment of our day. And using the right toothpaste will do just that. If …
6 Daily Activities That Can Seriously Damage Your Teeth
“A genuine smile comes from the heart, but a healthy smile needs good dental care.” -Wayne Chirisa A healthy smile means great oral health. That’s why it’s important to always make a conscious effort in avoiding activities that are harmful to your teeth. What we do daily has a huge impact on the future of our oral health. Read on to find out which daily activities are sabotaging your teeth. 1. Eating Sugary Foods We all know that sugar is bad for our …
