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Top 5 Reasons To Visit Your Dentist [BLOG]

August 21, 2017

A visit to your dentist is more beneficial than you may realize. Yes, it’s important for maintaining clean and healthy teeth and gums. But the reasons to see your dentist regularly go beyond that.

At Beck Dental Care, your oral health is our top priority. That’s why we do all we can to provide you with high quality care in our Columbia, TN dental office. It’s also why we want to share today’s blog with you.

You can get more out of your trip to the dentist’s office than you might think. Today, we’re sharing the top five reasons to visit the dentist so that you’re more aware of the various services available to you for your healthiest smile and your best life!

Reason #5 – For A Safer Smile

Prevention

is key to a safe, healthy smile. New patients tend to be surprised when they realize the variety of preventive dental services we offer, so we want to make sure you know about the number of ways we can help you be more proactive about your oral health.

In our Columbia dental office, you can take advantage of preventive services such as:

-Athletic mouthguards to keep your mouth safe from injury

-Dental sealants and fluoride treatments to prevent cavities and decay

-Gum disease treatments

-Oral appliances to help prevent teeth grinding

Preventing dental problems before they start is your smile’s first line of defense, and Beck Dental Care is happy to help you in that effort!

Reason #4 – For A Boost In Self-Confidence

Cosmetic dentistry can do far more than just improve the appearance of your smile. When you have an attractive smile, you feel good about the way you look. That boost in self-confidence can give you the courage to pursue your goals and dreams.

If you thought all cosmetic dental procedures were invasive, complicated, and expensive, think again! We offer simple, affordable treatments that make a huge difference in beautifying your smile and boosting your self-confidence. We offer:

-Teeth Contouring

-Gum Reshaping

-Teeth Whitening Treatment

-Tooth Bonding

If the flaws in your smile are more extensive, you can straighten your teeth with short-term, effective orthodontics or opt for incredibly transformative dental veneers!

Reason #3 – For Better Sleep

Did you know that your dentist can actually help improve your sleep? If you snore loudly night after night, wake up with a sore throat most mornings, feel groggy throughout the day, or have noticed unexplainable weight gain and increased irritability, maybe it’s time you considered getting tested for

sleep apnea

.

Sleep apnea is a condition where your airways become blocked repeatedly while you sleep. You’re not only sleep deprived, but you’ll likely have a whole range of debilitating and potentially dangerous symptoms along with it. Let us help you get to the bottom of your loud snoring and daily fatigue with proper diagnosis and treatment for sleep apnea!

Reason #2 – For Solutions To Your Dental Problems

Damaged teeth need to be repaired for the sake of your smile and your oral health. Letting even minor dental problems go untreated can have disastrous consequences down the road.

Come to Beck Dental Care when you have:

-Pain in your tooth or jaw

-Cavities

-Signs of gum disease or tooth decay

-Failed restorations

-Missing teeth

-Chipped or cracked teeth

By addressing small oral health issues now, you’re saving yourself a lot of hardship and pain in the long run. Let our highly-skilled team help you with our restorative dentistry!

Reason #1 – For Your Health

If you’re brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing at least once a day, you’re already on the right track for a clean, healthy mouth. But your diligence with oral hygiene by itself isn’t enough to ensure good oral and overall health.

You need our help, a team of trained professionals who have the knowledge, experience, and the tools to accurately detect, diagnose, and treat dental problems like early gum disease, decay, and infection.

Many problems with your oral health don’t come with noticeable symptoms. That’s why it’s important to rely on us to give your mouth a deep cleaning and thorough exam at least twice a year.

Research continues to prove a connection between your oral health and overall health. By staying on top of those routine checkups each year, you’re protecting the rest of your body from the dangers of oral infection.

Ready To Visit Beck Dental Care?

You have plenty of reasons to pay us a visit! Your smile will thank you!

Call our Columbia dental office today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

Brush Your Way To Better Oral Health [BLOG]

August 11, 2017

You know that brushing your teeth is important. But have you ever given much thought to the kind of toothbrush you use?

Beck Dental Care is here for you! We’re talking about brushing your teeth the right way with the right tools in today’s blog. You might discover you’re already well-equipped. Or, you might have one more thing to add to the shopping list!

Toothbrush Basics

If you abide by the American Dental Association (ADA), you already brush your teeth twice daily. You’re also brushing for at least two minutes each time. Beyond that, there are some ADA recommendations you may not be as familiar with.

Something to keep in mind is that you want to wait about a half hour after you eat to brush your teeth. The idea is that when you eat, the sugars in what you eat and drink feed plaque bacteria in your mouth and create acids.

Once that happens, it begins a process where your tooth enamel is under attack. The acids put your enamel in a softened state, so brushing right away may do more harm than good. Give it about 30 minutes before you brush your teeth.

Another factor regarding time has to do with how long you’ve had your toothbrush. Many times, we just use the free toothbrush we get at the dentist’s office after a checkup. But actually, you should be replacing your toothbrush about every 3-4 months. You don’t want to wait until the bristles have frayed too much, because then it won’t clean your teeth as effectively.

What To Look For In A Toothbrush

Every brush is different. You might be drawn to a particular toothbrush for its color, its grip, or whether it’s powered or not. What matters more than these features is the size of its head and the type of bristles it has.

The ADA recommends you choose one with a smaller head and soft bristles for maximum tooth cleaning ability. You have a lot of ground to cover when cleaning your teeth, and a smaller head size makes getting in the nooks and crannies a bit easier. Softer bristles seem to be most effective in removing plaque and debris.

The average adult would want to look for a head that’s about an inch long by ½ inch wide. With a brush head that’s too big, it won’t be able to clean your back molars as well. However, one that’s too small won’t get the surfaces as well.

The important thing is that you choose one that feels comfortable for you. The grip and head flexibility are both just a matter of comfort and have little to do with the cleaning power of your toothbrush overall.

Some might wonder if an electric toothbrush is better. This is still up for debate. While regular and electric toothbrushes can both be equally effective, there are some cases where a powered one may be more beneficial.

If you have arthritis, for example, or you tend to be more prone to cavities and decay than the average person, an electric toothbrush may offer better dexterity while brushing. A manual is just fine for the average adult who follows proper guidelines and brushing techniques for keeping your teeth and gums healthy.

Another Bit Of Dental Care Advice

Even with the perfect toothbrush and excellent brushing technique, you still need support from your dentist in maintaining good oral health. A professional

dental cleaning and exam

from Beck Dental Care will allow you to stay on top of what’s going on inside your mouth. When it comes to oral health issues like gum disease, you’ll need help from the professionals who have the skill and the tools to catch symptoms early and treat them effectively.

Make sure you schedule an appointment with us at least once about every six months. There could be exceptions to this timeline depending on how prone you are to tooth decay and cavities, and whether you have a history of, or at a higher risk for, gum disease or oral cancer.

Call our Columbia, TN dental office today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule your next dental checkup! Until then, keep on brushing!