Dental Brothers Team, Author at Dental Brothers

Why Oral Cancer Screening is Important

Dental anxiety has been the butt of many jokes, but when those jokes keep people from getting the important dental care they need, it’s just not funny anymore. Dental care isn’t just about your teeth but your whole mouth. Here at Dental Brothers, we take this very seriously. Oral health isn’t just about having straight […]

What Your Tongue Says About Your Dental Health

When many people think of dental health, they immediately think of their teeth. But your tongue plays an important part of the equation, as well. The state of your tongue can even constitute a dental emergency. Not only can it tell tales about your dental health, but it also gives clues about your overall health. […]

What Happens When You Delay Dental Work

When you brush and floss regularly, you might not think you need to have cleanings done as often. You might also put off seeing a dentist when you have slight tooth pain or other minor tooth or gum problems. Some delay professional dental care due to their work schedule or similar problems. For others, worry […]

Are Perfect Teeth Possible?

While having a dazzling smile can boost your self-confidence, you may not want to smile with certain tooth problems. Missing teeth, discoloration, cracks, and other issues happen to many people.  You can correct them and achieve a perfect smile. Dental implants and other procedures help improve the appearance of your teeth, giving you a beautiful […]

How to Choose a Dentist When You Have Dental Anxiety

Some 50 to 80 percent of all American adults experience dental anxiety to varying degrees. For 20 percent of adults, their anxiety prevents them from scheduling regular dental visits. Dental anxiety can be so severe for 9 to 15 percent of adults that they avoid dental care altogether. The fear of pain can be so severe […]

Why Sugar Is Bad for Your Dental Health

Enjoying a few cookies or candy might not seem like a big deal, but the sugar in these foods can harm your teeth. If you eat sweet foods frequently, you could wind up with a dental emergency. Sugar can cause serious harm to your teeth and gums, leading to tooth decay, gum inflammation, gum disease, […]

Can You Have Dental Sedation While Pregnant?

Pregnancy can be a wonderful experience but involves uncertainty and precaution. Pregnant women are often classified as “at-risk” individuals for several reasons. This is why the question even comes up about the safety of dental sedation during pregnancy. At Dental Brothers, we understand your concern. We take every possible precaution to ensure we offer safe […]

What Diabetic Patients Need to Know About Dental Implants

An estimated 34.2 million people (10.5%) have diabetes in the United States. Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to high levels of glucose in your saliva, which leads to bacterial growth, plaque, and tooth decay, and/or gum disease. A priority for a healthy mouth is to keep your blood glucose numbers under control, follow a daily dental regimen, […]

Do I Need Fluoride Treatment with Dental Implants?

We all learn to brush our teeth, and usually that means learning to use fluoride toothpaste design to prevent tooth decay. Many people increase their chances of having a healthy mouth by getting fluoride treatments at the dentist. But what if all your teeth aren’t your natural teeth? Do dental implants need fluoride, too? Contradicting […]

8 Ways to Manage Your Dental Anxiety

Whether it is time for a regular appointment or there is noticeable pain in a tooth, many people put off going to the dentist due to dental anxiety. This is a stress response that is related directly to what a person fears may happen while they are at the dentist. Some merely fear the pain […]