Anderson Family Dental Blog

If you’re like most people, you’ve probably set a few new year’s resolutions. You might want to shed a few pounds, spend more time with your loved ones, or learn a new language. Those are all fantastic goals, but you shouldn’t forget to think about your oral health when you’re considering what you want to accomplish in 2019. Regularly visiting your dentist can have a great positive influence on your oral health, overall health, and confidence. Let’s talk more about the benefits you can experience when you make professional dental care part of your regular routine.

Routine dental appointments are important. Regular cleanings help to keep plaque and tartar at bay; your dental hygienist is full of good advice on how to take care of your teeth at home; and frequent checkups allow your dentist to detect problems like cavities and gum disease before they become too serious. But there is another BIG reason why you shouldn’t skip regular dental visits — oral cancer. Let’s talk about why getting screened for this serious disease is so vital and how your dentist can aid in early detection.

Have you noticed something different around here lately? As part of our continuous effort to improve the patient experience of all our guests, we recently completed a makeover of our dental website. Now, our website shares more custom photos and tells more of our story. At the same time, it includes the latest technology and makes us more accessible to everyone on the Internet. To learn more about the details behind the change, read on!

Do you have travel plans this month? Maybe you’re escaping for a quiet weekend at a cabin by the lake, or perhaps you’re heading across the country to see your relatives. In any case, you should never let your winter adventures put a damper on your smile’s well-being. Here are a few travel tips from your Colorado Springs dentist to keep your teeth in great shape throughout this festive, busy season.

Cold and flu season is officially upon us. Despite your best efforts to protect yourself against illness, you may soon find that you’re holed up at home with a box of tissues by your side and a pile of blankets on top of you. Sickness can make you feel miserable from head to toe; having a cold or flu can even have a direct impact on your oral health. A dentist is here to discuss some tips that can help you protect your teeth when you’re suffering through a case of the sniffles (or worse).

You’re enjoying a hot cup of coffee or indulging in a sweet, icy treat when suddenly — ow! If you experience pain when your teeth are exposed to hot and cold temperatures, you could be facing a serious dental problem. Your emergency dentist is here to discuss some common culprits behind sensitive teeth and how you may be able to stop the pain.

It’s tough to believe that 2018 is almost over! As you prepare for your year-end activities and look ahead to all that 2019 may offer, it could be easy to let important details slip by — such as that dental work you’ve been putting off. However, if you delay for too long, you could end up losing out on your dental insurance policy’s full potential. Let’s talk about how you can save money by visiting your dentist before the doors close on 2018.

When it comes to holidays, there are few that pose as high of a risk to oral health as Halloween. While other holidays have their own share of desserts, Halloween is an entirely different beast; controlling candy consumption is no easy task. That’s why it’s important to establish a plan beforehand so your child doesn’t have a mouth full of cavities come the new year.

Before you let your child out the door, take note of these tips from a dentist so they can keep their mouth healthy!

Getting your teeth cleaned and examined twice a year is vital for maintaining a healthy smile, but these routine appointments aren’t just about the cleaning and checkup. They’re also your opportunity to gain insight into your oral hygiene and improve the care that you receive from your dentist and their team. Let’s take a moment to discuss some of the questions you can ask your hygienist at your next appointment.

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