A question from the team at Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH: What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you characterize it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, chooses the course of treatment, and performs the procedure-while the patient is just a participant? It Starts With The Atmosphere…
General dentistry
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine
The most common times people brush their teeth are morning and night, either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. But sometimes hiccups in the schedule can knock you off a well-established routine. At Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH, we have some thoughts on that. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and…
Raise Your Dental IQ
Little things you can do every day can raise your Dental IQ and benefit your smile. One simple lesson from Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. The critical thing is the balance of bacteria. This is…
The Mark Of The Perfect Dentist
Looking for a new dentist? It’s easy to find one. A quick Google search, a Yelp review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. The trick, of course, is finding the right dentist –one you’re happy with, and will stick with for years to come. At Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH…
Holistic Dentistry and Your Health
More and more people are recognizing the benefits of a holistic approach to dental health. Here in Epping NH, Brentwood Dental Designs is a leading holistic dental practice. Traditional dentistry views the mouth as something that is apart from the rest of the body. Holistic dentistry, on the other hand, recognizes the fact that the…
Go Back In Time
So you’ve lost some teeth and hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH, you can! For most patients, a dental implant is the ideal replacement for a…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Why should you brush your teeth at least twice a day? At Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH, we’re using this space to discuss why it is so important. The first, and most obvious benefit, is that brushing and flossing prevents tooth decay. It removes the food debris from teeth and clears away plaque, that filmy…
Saliva And Dental Health
Categories: dental health, General dentistry
In this blog post from Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH we examine saliva, and its role in your dental health. Don’t be squeamish! Saliva is mostly water. No surprise there. A small portion of it, though, is made up of enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals. The ideal pH balance of the mouth is…
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
Categories: dental health, General dentistry
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When Benjamin Franklin said that he meant fire safety. But like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more aspects of modern life. At Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping, we apply it to dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively…
An Air-dried Toothbrush Is A Healthy Toothbrush
Categories: dental health, General dentistry
In this post from Brentwood Dental Designs in Epping NH, we highlight simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits anyone can form is to always let their toothbrush completely air dry between uses. The best way to do…
