When it comes to your smile, the better you take care of your teeth and gums on a daily basis, the healthier and more attractive it will be! Just like showering or taking a bath every day helps you look and feel your best, your mouth needs to be cleaned as well, especially since you are feeding oral bacteria whenever... read more »
Growing up, your parents likely instilled in you the necessity of brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time if you wanted to keep your teeth healthy and strong. But if you have been struggling to maintain this essential oral hygiene habit, we have some tips to help you get your smile back on track. This is... read more »
August is around the corner and soon it will be time to get your child's back-to-school dental checkup! Our Valley View Dental team offers comprehensive general and family dentistry to help everyone in your family achieve good oral health. Coming in for a dental cleaning and exam every six months helps your child's smile stay healthy and strong. Dental cleanings... read more »
Did you know that keeping your smile healthy boosts more than just your teeth and gum health? A healthy mouth impacts your overall health in a variety of ways, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, blocked blood vessels and even Alzheimer’s disease. Let's take a look! Heart Disease: People experiencing chronic inflammation and gum infections also tend to have problems with their... read more »
Modern dentures are better than ever before and last longer than ever when properly cared for. Today we're going to talk about what you can do to make sure your dentures stay in their best shape for a healthier, more beautiful smile! Just like your natural teeth, your dentures require consistent daily care, mainly because of harmful plaque buildup (food... read more »
Today, more than ever, older adults can look forward to keeping most of their teeth. This is in part thanks to living healthier lifestyles and in a time of advances in oral and medical care while recognizing the importance of daily dental hygiene. Still, keeping your natural teeth can still be a challenge, especially when it comes to untreated tooth... read more »
Vaping has become a popular alternative to the harmful habits of smoking or chewing tobacco. With vaping, you still get the "hit" of nicotine by inhaling vapor created with an electronic cigarette called a vaporizer. It works by converting an e-liquid, concentrate, or dry herb into vapor which you then inhale and exhale to get the calming effects. On the... read more »
Your Tax Refund Can Help! Have you considered using it to invest in your smile instead of another vacation, new wardrobe, or replacing appliances? Using these extra funds to finally get the smile you want this year may be one of the wisest choices of all! Especially if you're tired of living with damaged, failing, or missing teeth for far... read more »
Learn Why People Are Afraid of the Dentist And What We Can Do About It! Many people don't enjoy going to the dentist, mostly because they fear pain and worry they will experience some during their treatment. That's a shame because a healthy smile doesn't just benefit your appearance, chewing, and speaking ability, but boosts your overall health as well.... read more »
Dental care has always been safe and is essential to your overall health. It's a new year and with it comes the resolve to better our health. But don't forget your smile, as it deserves some extra care as well! Our tip to help you prevent tooth decay and cavities is to consider having regular fluoride treatments, typically after you... read more »
