Tuesday 29 November 2016

Dental Visits are Important

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about the importance in visiting the dentist.


Sunday 27 November 2016

6 Tips for Cavity-Free Holidays - continued

#3: Limit your alcohol intake 
’Tis the season for egg nog, Brandy Alexanders and glog! If you choose to imbibe, try to drink water alongside your drinks. And remember: Too much alcohol can dry out your mouth. 

#4: Take it easy on the hard candies 
Some candies are more problematic than others. Hard candies can put your teeth at risk because in addition to being full of sugar, they’ve also been known to cause broken or chipped teeth. (Be careful not to break or chip your teeth when eating nuts as well!) 

To read the entire article visit MouthHealthy.org.

Friday 25 November 2016

Dental Teeth Whitening

Will Remove Even the Toughest Stains

Dr. Bielawski provides the most advanced tools and techniques and is very pleased to offer patients KöR™ Whitening. This system will remove severe staining, even the discoloration from the antibiotic tetracyline. She is among the few dentists in our area that provide this whitening method for patients. 

If you have been disappointed with other whitening treatments, you won't be with KöR. Instead, you will be amazed at the brightness of your smile with this very effective treatment. 

Other Teeth Whitening Systems Have These Drawbacks:
  • Results are not lasting.
  • Teeth become sensitive.
  • Results vary and often fall short of patient expectations.
  • Consumption of coffee and wine need to be limited.
KöR Solves These Problems:
  • With basic periodic at-home maintenance, you can continue to enjoy coffee and red wine, as your teeth will stay white FOREVER.
  • Use of KöR typically has very little to no tooth sensitivity.
  • KöR is the ONLY system recognized to significantly whiten even tetracycline-stained teeth.
  • KöR's thin, form-fitting trays are worn at night while you sleep, so there is little effort involved to whiten your teeth.
  • KöR is 100% proven safe with years of research, and millions of patients are pleased with the results.
  • KöR can effectively whiten teeth for anyone from ages 14 – 90.

Sunday 20 November 2016

6 Tips for Cavity-Free Holidays

#1: Timing matters 
Timing matters. While everything is fine in moderation, it helps to eat sweets and other sugary foods with meals or shortly after mealtime. Saliva production increases during meals and helps cancel out acids produced by bacteria in your mouth and helps rinse away food particles.  

#2: Be picky if it's sticky
When it comes to picking healthy snacks, many people put dried fruit at the top of the list. But many dried fruits are sticky and sticky foods tend to stay on the teeth longer than other types of food. If you find yourself eating a lot of dried fruits such as cranberries, make sure to rinse with water and brush carefully. 

To read the entire article visit MouthHealthy.org.

Friday 18 November 2016

Dental Tooth Extractions

When a Tooth Extraction Is Necessary

Sometimes it's necessary to remove a tooth. Usually, this is for impacted third molars or if there is extensive damage and infection in a tooth. We do extractions in our office, and in most cases you will not need to be referred to another practice. We provide this service in our customary, compassionate manner.

Friday 11 November 2016

Dental Treatment Information

Patient Education for Treatment Information

If you need a dental treatment you are not familiar with, you will have questions about it. We take the time to answer your questions, and we also provide a comprehensive education tool that gives even more details about a procedure. With the CAESY™ patient information program, you can find out everything you need to know from a basic restoration to cosmetic improvements and everything in between. This will let you understand what the procedure entails and let you feel comfortable with the treatment before any work begins.

Saturday 5 November 2016

Manual Tooth Brushing and Flossing Technique

An effective oral hygiene routine starts with a few simple steps:

A Proper Brushing Technique for your Teeth 
A proper brushing technique is the first step to maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Plus, it helps minimize the risk of tooth decay and gum disease, the major causes of tooth loss.

Before You Begin 
While there are several tooth brushing techniques with a manual toothbrush, always ask your dental professional for their recommendation and be sure to follow their instructions. To start, use fluoride toothpaste with a soft-bristle toothbrush, and don't forget to replace it every three months.

Two Minutes, Twice a Day 
To brush your teeth correctly, spend at least two minutes using a recommended brushing technique, which includes 30 seconds brushing each section of your mouth (upper right, upper left, lower right and lower left), both morning and night. Since most manual toothbrushes don't have built-in two-minute timers, you may want to have a clock handy so you can be sure you're brushing long enough.

Positioning the Toothbrush 
How you hold the toothbrush depends on which part of the tooth you're brushing.

Please read the entire article, found at DentalCare.com, to see more detailed information on manual brushing and flossing.