Brushing and flossing removes food particles and plaque from the smooth surfaces of your teeth, however you can’t always get into the nooks and crannies of the back teeth to remove the debris and plaque. Dental sealants protect these difficult to reach areas from tooth decay and literally “seal out” plaque and food from those
Modern Dentistry has brought tooth restoration to a whole new level in this day and age. Gone are the days when people had to live the rest of their lives with a missing tooth or hide the appearance of their teeth. Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS has various methods of tooth restoration where she can
March 20 is World Oral Health Day and marks the conclusion of a year-long campaign dedicated to raising awareness throughout the world on preventing and controlling oral diseases. This world-wide effort is meant to promote good oral health for children and adults and to empower everyone to maintain a healthy mouth no matter what age
In the recent past, dentures for aging adults were a foregone conclusion. Today, three-quarters of geriatrics over 65 retain at least some of their natural teeth. Older people, however, still suffer higher rates of gum disease, dental decay, oral cancer, mouth infections, and tooth loss. How can you counteract these problems that come with aging
March 6, 2022 is National Dentist’s Day! How will you thank your dentist? This day is set aside to recognize those who specialize in oral health and celebrates the essential work provided by dentists and the members of her dental team. Let’s celebrate Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS and the important role she plays
Babies can’t verbally tell you that their budding teeth and gums hurt, but they can surely let you know in other ways that they are uncomfortable. If you’ve ever had a toothache, you can understand why your sweet baby has turned into a tearful, whining, drooling mess. How can you comfort him or her to
February is Gum Disease Awareness Month February is “Gum Disease Awareness Month”, and since nearly 65 million Americans have some form of gum disease, this is an effort to raise public awareness of how to prevent it. Gingivitis Gingivitis is a non-destructive type of gum disease, but if left untreated it can progress to periodontitis.
February 9, 2022 has been named National Toothache Day. What is the purpose of this observance? This date serves as a reminder of the benefits and overall importance of dental hygiene. If you have a painful tooth, don’t ignore it! Toothaches are common and can be caused by many different things. They can range from
Children’s Dental Health Month is a month-long national health observance to promote the benefits of good dental health for children. This month-long focus is meant to help educate parents and children of the importance dental health plays from the early stages of a child’s life. Help Children Form Good Dental Health Habits Good dental
If you’ve ever had to have a dental crown, you know that it takes several weeks to get the finished crown back from the lab, not to mention a few trips back and forth to the dentist before the final visit. Step aside traditional crowns and let CEREC dentistry take the center stage. In today’s
