The benefits of regular dental exams and cleanings are applicable to everyone from women and men to children. Yet, according to research, American women are ⅓ more likely to get preventive dental care than men. At our Eastanollee dental office, we wanted to know more about our male patients, and even those who we may…

Toothpaste is a powerful concoction that can work wonders in protecting your smile against cavities and other oral health concerns. But did you know that toothpaste doesn’t just have to be for your teeth? At our Eastanollee dental office, we’ve heard that toothpaste has a multitude of other uses, and we’d like to share some…

Maintaining good posture can go a long way in keeping your bones aligned as nature intended, which allows your muscles to work smoothly and you to exert less effort. This means less soreness, which we’re always a fan of here at our Eastanollee dental office. But what some may not know is that your posture…

You know that brushing is part of a good oral hygiene routine. But this is only true if the toothbrush is clean and free of dangerous bacteria. At our Eastanollee dental office, we know that there are some pretty disgusting things that can be found on toothbrushes, and we want you to know about them,…

There’s a common belief that dental problems occur as a result of genetics passed down from parents to children. Many assume the appearance of a smile and someone’s overall oral health is based solely on DNA. And while for some instances that’s true, at our Eastanollee dental office, we’d like to share with our patients…

“Will it hurt?” “How long will it take?” “What should I expect when getting a filling?” These are all questions we typically get asked before filling a cavity for a patient. And while they’re great questions, there’s one we wish we’d get to answer more and it’s, “Will the filling last forever?” So all of…

Easter is a holiday when we tend to overload on sugary sweets and ranks second among all holidays in total candy consumption, falling only to Halloween. In fact, Americans buy over 120 million pounds of candy each and every Easter. At our Eastanollee dental office, we want our patients to know that not all candy is…

Vitamins and minerals are essential for a healthy body. But did you know that some are more important for your dental health than others? At our Eastanollee dental office, we want to make sure all of our patients know which vitamins and minerals are needed to ensure healthy gums and teeth. Vitamin A. This vitamin…

You look across the room and notice someone. Your eyes meet. You smile. Suddenly it seems as if light and warmth has filled the room. At our Eastanollee dental office, we know that smiles really are great connectors and communicators, and they also make us more attractive and – bonus! – improve our health. We’d…

Who doesn’t love kissing? It is a wonderful way to connect and show love to your special someone. Unfortunately, when bad breath is part of the scenario, the fun can just go away. Bad breath affects your confidence and your attractiveness. Don’t let bad breath stand in the way of a kiss! Follow these simple…