by Dr. Coates | May 22, 2013 | Dental Oral Health |
One of the last things that any of us wants is to realize our breath has been giving off a less than pleasant odor, especially considering all of the people we have spoken to in a close up environment on that particular day. So how can we make sure that we don’t find...
by Dr. Coates | Apr 25, 2013 | Dental Oral Health |
While it is common practice for most people to brush their teeth at least twice a day, in a lot of cases flossing is left out of the picture completely. Although highly recommended by dentists and reinforced in advertising campaigns over the last couple of decades,...
by Dr. Coates | Apr 18, 2013 | Cosmetic Dentistry |
In cosmetic dentistry, one of the overall goals of most available procedures is what we refer to as “dental restoration”. Essentially, we are referring to the process of applying either dental bonding or cosmetic dental veneers to damaged teeth to give them a “like...
by Dr. Coates | Apr 1, 2013 | Dental Trivia |
As with any other medical procedure, whether elective or not, a second opinion may be something to consider when having dental work done. If you have had the same dentistdentist for twenty years or if your dentist is a personal friend or a family member then this...
by Dr. Coates | Mar 16, 2013 | Dental Trivia |
The recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists is between 6-12 months of age so basically by the first birthday. The purpose of the first visit is to establish a dental home where routine exams and preventive care will protect your child’s...