Have You Scheduled Your Year-End Checkup Yet?

Edward Estrada DDS, General Dentistry, Patient Information

We don’t know how you feel, but we cannot believe that it is already October! This year seems to be flying by, and before we know it, December will be over, and we will be starting 2024! Before we can worry about that, we know there is a lot left to accomplish this year. So, when was the last time you and your family members visited our office for a routine oral hygiene examination? If it has been longer than six months, then you are due! There is no time like the present to schedule your appointment. We want to be able to see you before the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us. Read on to learn about another reason you should schedule a visit this fall.

Are You Missing This Important Step In Your Hygiene Routine?

Edward Estrada DDS, General Dentistry, Patient Education

For most of your life, you have learned about the importance of caring for your teeth and oral health. All of our patients understand the importance of brushing their teeth a minimum of twice a day; however, there is another important aspect of the oral hygiene process that is just as important — flossing. Failure to floss regularly can lead to serious complications with your oral health and the need for dental treatment. Read on to learn more about why you should floss daily.

What To Do When You Get Sick

Edward Estrada DDS, General Dentistry, Patient Education

While many of our patients enjoy the winter and the break from the brutal heat we experience during the summer, there is one part of this season everyone hopes to avoid — getting sick. We are no strangers to taking precautions to ward off illnesses, but sometimes it is just not possible, and you or a loved one may get sick. You might be surprised to discover that there are precautions you should be taking for your oral health when you are sick. Read on to learn if you are familiar with them and how to take these simple precautions when you aren’t feeling your best.