Along with diligent daily brushing and flossing, professional dental cleanings form the foundation of preventive dental care. The reason why brushing, flossing, and rinsing isn’t enough to keep your teeth clean is that there is always some residue left behind, and this residue can continue to cause plaque and tartar buildup which can be harmful
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I’m a New Patient – What Can I Expect at My First Cleaning Appointment?
At Marion Smile Center, we pride ourselves on our unwavering dedication to creating beautiful and healthy smiles while ensuring an unparalleled patient experience. The great, lasting impressions we create are what make all of our patients—even those with dental phobia or anxiety issues—look forward to each of their appointments. You can trust us to give
Read MoreHow Face Masks Are Affecting Oral Health
It is a well-known fact that face masks are an effective way of protecting us against the transmission of COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019), but is wearing a face mask responsible for a rise in dental problems? According to a recent report, dentists are indeed seeing a growing trend of increased dental problems, such as bad
Read MoreHealth Benefits of Regular Dental Cleaning
The general advice on proper dental health is to brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss and rinse with mouthwash at least once a day. Along with this, it’s important to have regular dental cleanings with one of our hygienists. Apart from getting squeaky-clean teeth, did you know that dental cleanings provide
Read MoreUse It or Lose It: Maximize Your Dental Insurance
As the year is coming to a close, it’s time to make sure you’re not wasting away your health benefits – for example, have you used all of your dental benefits? Act quickly, because another year of dental insurance benefits is about to expire. Now is the time to take advantage! If you do have dental insurance
Read MoreWhy You Need to Visit the Dentist in July
Summer is the time for fun in the sun, camp and beach days, but it’s also when parents cram in the necessary medical appointments for their kids before scheduling becomes an issue. Visiting the dentist before school starts is one of your most important responsibilities. Here is why you should consider visiting the dentist in
Read MorePreventing Gum Disease in the Summer
For many people, summertime is all about having fun, going on vacation, and indulging in activities best enjoyed during warmer weather. But it’s also a season when maintaining your oral health may be the last thing on your mind. Tips for Your Dental Health In order to maintain proper oral hygiene, avoid bad breath, and
Read MoreHow do your medical benefits work?
No matter how you opt in, one thing is clear: you will reap the benefits later. People who don’t have medical benefits tend to avoid preventive care. In the long run, this causes a laundry list of problems such as restorative care needs, gum disease, and increased rates of other ailments. Many people are weary
Read MoreUse It or Lose: The Benefits of Scheduling Your Dental Appointments in December
As with any health or dental plan, you pay a premium to your employer upfront in anticipation of certain services, such as teeth cleaning and X-rays. According to Investopedia, the average yearly maximum a dental plan will cover is between $1000 and $2000 – a meager amount considering the staggering cost of getting a filling or root
Read MoreGERD and Oral Health
The acid in your stomach is strong enough to break down all the food you eat. It’s so strong, that repeated reflux into your esophagus can cause serious damage. We’ve all experienced heartburn, but people with GERD experience that sensation and other symptoms more than twice a week. That means your stomach acid is eating
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