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Should I Drink Bottled or Tap Water?

It is pretty hard to go out shopping or to a restaurant and not have the opportunity to purchase a bottle of water. With water bottle sales increasing drastically over the last few years, it is estimated that 15.3 billion gallons of bottled water were bought in 2021 (which was greatly impacted by the COVID-19 […]

How to Choose a Toothbrush

Whenever you get sick, you should automatically replace your toothbrush! This can help you avoid getting sick – again. You should also replace your toothbrush – at a minimum – every three months, even if you have been healthy. While many people store their toothbrushes with a cap or in a cabinet, bacteria, dust, and […]

August Invisalign Special: Get a $200 Wawa Gift Card

It’s no surprise that many of us have felt the sting at the gas pump lately. In fact, with the nearly 80% increase in fuel prices and a 12% hike in grocery prices since 2021, a lot of us are trying to cut expenses and stay on a budget. Alrez Family Dentistry wants to help […]

The Harmful Effects of At-Home Aligners

  Nothing quite boosts our confidence like a big, beautiful, straight smile. What used to be an expensive or age-defined treatment is now readily available to people of all ages and can be very affordable. In fact, working professionals are excited because they can straighten their teeth discreetly with nearly invisible aligners – like Invisalign. […]

Why Does Your Mask Give You Bad Breath?

Bad breath is usually a major hit to your self-confidence, whether someone else pointed it out to you or you caught a random whiff when the wind blew just right, bad breath is never something you want coming out of your mouth. There are a lot of ways to avoid bad breath. For instance, practicing […]

Reasons to Choose Invisalign Over Metal Braces

If you have been to the dentist recently, you may have discussed braces with your provider. If you are an adult, you may be concerned that getting braces at this point in your life will make you look less professional. You also may have been prevented from getting braces as a child due to financial […]

Our New State-of-the-Art iTero Scanner Has Arrived!

Getting a dental impression with moldings can be one of the most claustrophobic, gag-inducing feelings one can experience at the dentist’s office. Dental impressions are a necessity for many dental procedures, such as crown/bridge placement and Invisalign, because they enable dentists to create a custom and comfortable fit for your unique mouth needs. While the […]

Spring 2021 Whitening Special

Get $100 Off Whitening Treatment Whiter, shinier teeth not only look great but often result in a large confidence boost. For a limited time, Alrez Family Dentistry is offering a discount on our laser whitening services! This discount is $100 off any of our whitening services: Bronze Beaut: Home Whitening Treatment Silver Sparkler: Cosmetic Whitening […]

Could Wearing a Mask Give You Cavities?

5 Tips for Preventing Cavities You may have noticed some changes now that you are often wearing a mask. Not only may your breath smell different, but we have recently seen an increase in cavities in patients who wear masks for much of the day. Although we stress the importance of wearing a mask at […]

How To Get Over Dental Fear

Every year, many people avoid the dentist until they feel pain or experience a dental emergency. This can be due to dental anxiety. According to a Harvard study, 24% of people suffer from dental anxiety. To help those struggling with dental anxiety, we created a list of tips and tricks for patients to utilize when […]