Most parents know children’s oral health basics: brush regularly, reduce sugar intake, limit snacking, and get adequate amounts of calcium and Vitamin D. Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry recommends three additional tools for preventing cavities in toddlers and children. Sealants Fluoride supplements Oral rinses Resin dental sealants are applied by your dentist. The…
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Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Patients Have A Choice In Dental Fillings
With all the talk in Doylestown of multi-procedure smile makeovers involving porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, bridges, teeth whitening, dental implants, and invisible braces, sometimes the traditional dental filling is overlooked. If a cavity progresses no further than a filling, Pennsylvania cosmetic dental patients can avoid more extensive and invasive treatments. Today, let’s talk about dental…
Gently Now (Protect Your Gums When You Brush)
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only issue with that is many people brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to receding gums. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth root. It…
Attention Lansdale Teens: Both Smoking And Vaping Put Your Smile At Risk
A recent study on the influences of e-cigarettes on oral health has more dismal information for people who believe vaping is less harmful than smoking traditional cigarettes. In a study published in the journal Oncotarget, analysts determined that e-cigarettes may cause chronic inflammation and irreversible cellular damage. These conditions, in turn, can result in…
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often, and some go for years without a checkup. At Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, serving Montgomeryville, Lansdale and North Penn, we strongly recommend against this. Don’t put your dental health at risk!…
Five Reasons To Schedule A Dental Cleaning Today
Sometimes life gets busy and it gets hard to keep up with all the necessary appointments. Totally understandable, but our team at Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in the Lansdale, Pennsylvania area cannot emphasize enough the importance of making time to get to the dentist. Regular dental check ups are important for so many reason. You should…
Do You Grind Your Teeth While You Sleep?
Being a dentist in Lansdale means treating a wide range of issues, including the damaging effects of teeth grinding. Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. One clue may be waking up in the morning with a sore jaw or a dull headache. And contrary to common belief, stress is not always the source. Grinding…
Family Dentistry: Helping Your Child Maintain Super Smiles For Life
Categories: Family Dentistry, Oral Health
It’s a positive thing when your child is naturally proud of his or her smile. It’s imporant to start early (really early) to ensure that your little one has a healthy and desirable smile for many years to come. Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Lansdale can help you achieve that goal! We…
How Often Should You Get a Dental Checkup in Lansdale
When is the last time you had a dental checkup in Lansdale? Most people need a dental checkup every six months. If you have an increased risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Kevin Bass and Lawrence Black, DMD, DDS, of Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry…
Oral Health in Lansdale: The Skinny on Toothpaste
Welcome to our blog! Today’s post answers some common questions about toothpaste and oral health in Lansdale. Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive characteristic of toothpaste is to assist in removing dental plaque and food from the surface of the teeth. Rough brushing becomes unnecessary for dental patients when the abrasives in the toothpaste…
