It is that time of year again where the ghosts and ghouls come out! Fall means leaves changing colors, colder weather and pumpkin spice lattes, but it also means it’s Halloween prep time. Your children have probably already begun picking out their costumes and dreaming about all the free candy. Though all the Doctors of Dental Associates of Delaware enjoy this Holiday as much as the rest of you, we also know what it can bring, cavities! We want each of your children to have the most fun as possible trick –or –treating, but we also want parent’s to keep in mind the damage an overload of candy can do to teeth.
(Read More)Cosmetic Dentistry At Dental Associates Of Delaware
August 28, 2014
Having a great smile is important for many different reasons. For some, it is about first impressions and confidence; for others, aesthetic or function. Now there are more options than ever to treat conditions that may be preventing patients from reaching their full smile potential.
(Read More)Gum Protection From Our Dentists in Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Wilmington, Millsboro, & Ocean View, DE
August 25, 2014
Do you still have bad breath after you brush your teeth? Does it seem like your gums easily bleed? Do your teeth feel loose? These are only a few of the questions your dentist at Dental Associates of Delaware may ask you during your comprehensive dental examination to check your periodontal, which literally means “around the tooth,” health.
(Read More)The Importance of Flossing Daily
August 8, 2014
While most of us know that it is very important to brush and floss our teeth regularly, flossing is something that many people neglect to do each day for a variety of reasons. Some people say flossing takes too long and others think it’s not really necessary because they brush their teeth several times each day. Some people report only using dental floss when they need to remove something that gets stuck between their teeth such as a kernel of popcorn or piece of nut. It has been estimated that nearly half of all Americans neglect to floss their teeth each day.
(Read More)Three Drinks To Keep Your Smile Beautiful This Summer
July 10, 2014
Summer is on, which means a time to chill out, relax, and enjoy the flavor of the moment – but for many people, it also means sitting down and sipping “refreshing” soft drinks and sports drinks. The problem with these drinks is that they’re loaded with sugar and are extremely corrosive to your teeth, contributing to tooth decay, cavities, and periodontal (gum) disease – and your friends at Dental Associates of Delaware don’t want that for you! Here are a couple drinks that will cool you off this summer without wreaking havoc on your teeth.
(Read More)What is Dry Mouth and How to Beat It
June 5, 2014
Dry mouth is a common condition seen at the Dental Associates of Delaware offices, and is caused by a diminished production of saliva. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia. Everyone experiences dry mouth on occasion and is most likely to happen when you’re feeling nervous or while under stress. However, dry mouth that is long lasting becomes a real problem as it can interfere with your life and lead to the development of cavities and gum disease.
(Read More)Gum Disease – Are You at Risk?
March 19, 2014
Gum disease is the soreness, swelling or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. Gum disease, or periodontal disease as it’s also called, is mainly caused by plaque – the sticky, colorless film that is always forming on the surface of the teeth. The bacteria in your mouth feed on plaque and produce toxic byproducts that erode the gums. There are some factors that can accelerate this erosion of the gums which includes:
(Read More)Include Oral Hygiene in Your New Years Resolutions
January 13, 2014
The start of the brand new year is when many of us make New Years resolutions. Many people take this opportunity to resolve to lose weight or get in shape by going to the gym regularly. The doctors and staff here at Dental Associates of Delaware would like to encourage our patients to make practicing better oral hygiene one of your resolutions for 2014 for the optimal Delaware smile!
(Read More)Are You a Candidate for Dentures?
November 4, 2013
Because we often receive telephone calls at our Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Wilmington, Millsboro, and Ocean View, DE dentist offices about dentures, we’d like to dedicate this blog post to the topic of partial and complete dentures.
Partial and complete dentures are used to replace few or several missing teeth. When many of your teeth are affected by advanced periodontal disease, decay or other problems, extracting them may be the only option. When diseased teeth are removed, infection is eliminated and the gums and supporting bone will be restored to a healthy state.
(Read More)Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants?
September 20, 2013
The team at Dental Associates of Delaware is proud to provide cosmetic, periodontic and preventative dentistry to patients of all ages living in the Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Wilmington, Millsboro, and Ocean View, DE areas. In addition to providing outstanding family and cosmetic dentistry, we proudly provide reconstructive dentistry services, which includes dental implants. Millions of Americans suffer from tooth loss, which can be due to tooth decay, gum disease or injury. For many years, the only available treatments for tooth loss were bridges and dentures but today, dental implants are available.
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