by Reid & Reid | Feb 17, 2017 | Dental Health
When a baby is born, there is a set of 20 teeth that are hidden under the gums. The first teeth that will present themselves could begin as early as 4 months. “Teething” begins once the teeth start to come through the gums. During the teething process a...
by Reid & Reid | Oct 6, 2016 | Dental Health
When the build-up of plaque is left unchecked for greater than 24hrs, the negative effects on the teeth and gums can be widespread and long-term. Plaque forms on teeth when the carbohydrates from food is left on the teeth for a period of time. Bacteria that is present...
by Reid & Reid | Jul 22, 2016 | Dental Health
Most people are aware that routine dental visits are important for maintaining good oral health but many people are unaware that these same routine dental visits can help alert a patient to a more serious health issue. There is an estimate of 20 million people with...
by Reid & Reid | May 13, 2016 | Dental Health
Teeth whitening is recommended for patients who want a brighter, whiter smile. The treatments we recommend are completely non-invasive. The two options we recommend are bleaching trays and whitening strips. For patients 13 years and older, at home white strips are...
by Reid & Reid | Apr 22, 2016 | Dental Health
When a situation occurs and your child’s tooth is hurting, we understand it can be a stressful situation for parent and child. An emergency can range from a tooth ache to a chipped tooth. Dental emergencies don’t always happen during regular business...
by Reid & Reid | Mar 9, 2016 | Dental Health
Daily flossing is a preventative measure against gum disease and tooth decay. Flossing is a method for removing plaque and food debris that can not be reached by a toothbrush. There are many undesirable consequences that flossing can help prevent: Bad Breath-which can...