Posts Tagged ‘ Floss ’

Year-End Insurance Reminder

Our team would like to send you a friendly reminder to schedule your appointments prior to the end of the year to take full advantage of any flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits that you may have. The end of the year is always a busy time so make your appointment now so you […]

5 Reason Why Dental Implants Are Great Way To Replace Missing Teeth

Dental implants are becoming more and more popular, and it’s easy to understand why. They’re convenient, lifelike and aesthetically pleasing. Here is a quick overview of the top five reasons why dental implants are a great remedy for tooth loss. Dental implants are structurally complete. After the oral surgeon places the dental implant in the […]

Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches/Abscesses

Dental problems don’t always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. Emergency dental care is only a phone call away! Drs. Cheung, Ho, & Yagoubian can provide you with the information and treatment you need to prevent the […]

Brushing Techniques

  Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums heavily. A heavy hand can lead to tooth and gum erosion. You should also use a soft bristle toothbrush to avoid damaging the surface of […]

What could be causing my bad breath?

Bad breath, or halitosis, is an embarrassing problem for millions of Americans. Finding the cause and eliminating the problem can be a challenge, though. Our Team knows that most causes do start in the mouth and can be treated. Causes of Bad Breath Here are some of the common causes of bad breath: Food: as […]

Protect Your Teeth!

Do your body a great service and consider adding more of the following foods to your diet. Not only are they good for your body, but they are good for your teeth too. Vitamins: They are good for your skin, bones and teeth. Calcium: Found mostly in dairy products, calcium helps both your teeth and […]

Germs living on my toothbrush!

It’s true, there are several kinds of bacteria that can hide on the bristles of your toothbrush, including streptococci, staphylococci, Herpes Simplex I, and the Influenza virus. To protect your toothbrush from bacteria, we recommend to follow these three tips: -Wash your hands before and after brushing -Allow the brush to air dry after each […]

The Evolution of Dental Care: From Finger to Floss

Did you know that the toothbrush is one of the oldest tools that humans still use? In fact, in a survey conducted in 2003, Americans chose the toothbrush as the number one invention over the car, personal computer, cell phone, and microwave. This may come as a shock in a day and age obsessed with […]