Maybe, you’re confused about the difference between plaque and tartar, or think they’re both the same thing. Or maybe, Dr. Alrez told you you need a deep cleaning to get rid of tartar (find out what that means here). No matter what, telling plaque and tartar apart can help you better manage your oral health, […]
Learn More >Become the Floss Boss Why should you tie flossing in to your daily routine? Flossing is a very important oral hygiene practice. Cavities and gum disease can develop when plaque sits on your teeth. It has been proven that more than 500 bacterial species are found in plaque; some good, some bad for […]
Learn More >Deciding to straighten your teeth is the first step toward achieving the smile you’ve always wanted, but there is another important decision ahead of you: how will you do it? You could go the traditional route and straighten your teeth with metal braces. That’s always an option, and it’s never too late! In fact, according […]
Learn More >Fluoride, Fluoride, Fluoride Fluoride helps adults and children. Fluoride helps remineralize weakened tooth enamel & aids in reversing early signs of tooth decay. Dr. Alrez always recommends in-office fluoride rinses for any patient with a high to moderate risk of decay. At our office we have two types of fluoride, a topical fluoride which is […]
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What are your New Year’s resolutions for this year? If you’re like many people, you might resolve to focus on your health and well-being, exercise more and eat better, or simply ditch bad habits that aren’t working for you. In fact in 2017, NBC reported that the most common New Year’s resolution was to get […]
Learn More >Pregnancy Dental Care Tips You think you may be pregnant, but it’s still early, should you tell your dental professional? Yes. Let your dentist know any medications you may be taking & how far along you may be. How will Pregnancy affect my mouth? Most women will make it 9 months with no dental […]
Learn More >White Spots An often question we get is, ” Can we do something about these white spots?” Answer is, Most likely, “YES.” Before & After Icon was preformed! The procedure requires no drilling or anesthesia Not just minimally invasive dentistry. . . micro-invasive! At Alrez Family Dentistry we try everything to make our patients happy and feeling confident.
Learn More >When we interviewed a Trusted Hygienist, this is what she had to say…. 1.) What can I do to improve my brushing skills? For manual brushing: tilt the toothbrush bristles at a 45 degree angle toward gum line; create small circular motions with light pressure. For electronic brushing: Brush will spin or vibrate up and […]
Learn More >What is a Dental Sealant? A sealant is a protective coating that is designed to protect bicuspids and molars from cavities on the chewing surface. When should my child get a sealant? Sealants act as a preventative measure against tooth decay. As soon as your child’s permanent molars erupt we can place a sealant, this […]
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