DEBUNKING DENTAL MYTHS
Home Table of Contents This post from Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA focuses on three dental health myths. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For TeethWe all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than […]
7 STEPS FOR A HEALTHY SMILE
Home Table of Contents “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When Benjamin Franklin said that in the 1730s he meant it as advice for fire safety. But like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more aspects of modern life. At Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA, we apply it […]
DO YOU GRIND YOUR TEETH WHILE YOU SLEEP?
Home Table of Contents Here is a guide to treating teeth grinding, from the dentists at the Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA. UnderstandMost teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Consistent teeth grinding might be suspected with a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety or stress are not the only reasons […]
SOUTHERN YORK SMILE CARE TREATS CANKER SORES, LESIONS, AND FEVER BLISTERS
Home Table of Contents At Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA, one of the most common complaints we get is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions, and they can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical […]
SUPER SMILES FOR LIFE
Home Table of Contents Your child should be naturally proud of his or her smile. It expresses joy, laughter, and fun! To make sure your child has a healthy and desirable smile, start early. At Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA, we recommend a child’s first dental visit when their first tooth comes in. An […]
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I REPLACE MY TOOTHBRUSH?
Home Table of Contents Do you ever stand over the sink and look at those frayed toothbrush bristles, and wonder if it’s time replace that brush? At Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA, we recommend replacing your brush every three months, because it’s best for your dental health. Those frayed bristles? They’re the telltale […]
DENTAL SPECIALTIES AVAILABLE IN SHREWSBURY
Home Table of Contents General dentists at Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes we’ll refer you to a specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Baltimore area: […]
SHREWSBURY MOUTHS AND STOMATITIS
Home Table of Contents Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. Even a small irritation can cause serious discomfort. At Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA, we can address these dental health problems. First of all, non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A […]
GUM DISEASE AND TOOTH LOSS
Home Table of Contents Do you know the most common cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? The good news is that gum disease is easy to treat at Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA, if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups are vital, but there are warning signs for […]
BEST PRACTICES FOR A HEALTHY, BEAUTIFUL SMILE
Home Table of Contents Even if you value your smile, it’s easy to become lax about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In this blog post from Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury PA, our goal is for you to think about where you stand with your dental health, and consider whether you could step it up a […]