by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Apr 10, 2019 | Dental Trivia |
There are so many varieties of toothbrushes on the market, that it can be a daunting task when it comes time to find a new toothbrush. Soft or hard bristle, angled head, contoured grip, electric powered… there are many features that may seem important to getting a...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Apr 1, 2019 | Dental Trivia |
You may not have picked out your dress or tux yet for prom – much less your date! – but it’s never too early to start thinking about how your smile will look in those glamorous prom photos. And think of all the selfies you’ll be taking, too! To look your best in those...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 20, 2019 | Dental Trivia |
The last thing you will want to think about is your dental hygiene while you’re out having a great time at the beach or chosen vacation spot. After all, isn’t it all about letting loose and having fun without all the stress and worries of daily life? Unfortunately,...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 10, 2019 | Dental Trivia |
The most common way a dentist will treat a cavity is to remove the decayed part of the tooth, and then fill it with a special dental filling to help prevent further decay and retain the integrity of the tooth. These fillings can also be used to repair cracks or breaks...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 1, 2019 | Dental Trivia |
St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner, and that means the bars will be full of green people and green drinks very soon! A popular drink for the holiday is “green beer,” which is essentially just a light beer – like a pilsner or pale ale – with a little bit of green...