Facts About Cavities

Dental Emergency, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

When you visit our office for a routine hygiene examination and cleaning, we check your teeth for specific problems that can affect your oral health. Of course, we thoroughly clean your teeth, but we are looking to see if there is a buildup of plaque and bacteria that would indicate your teeth aren’t getting as clean as they should be. We also look for signs of decay, also known as cavities. Many people are aware of the term “cavity”, but do you really understand what it means and how it is caused? Read on to learn more about cavities and what can happen if they are not treated.

When To Replace Your Toothbrush And Other Oral Health Tips

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

At Vargas Dental Associates, we continuously stress the importance of caring for your oral health. While routine care in our office is extremely important, caring for your teeth during the rest of the year is just as important. We know that sometimes your oral hygiene routine might be a little lax, especially after a long day, but we want to stress the importance of caring for your teeth properly each and every day. It will save you a lot of money in the end when you do not need additional dental care. Here are some helpful tips:

Summer Dental Care Tips

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

We hope you have had an amazing start to the summer. This time of year seems to fly by, and before we know it, fall will be here. While you are out and about enjoying some fun in the sun, we want to encourage you and your family to be mindful of your oral health. We want to share some information about the importance of continuing to care for your oral health throughout the summer. We would hate for you to experience dental issues during the fall and winter. Here are some helpful tips:

Are Your Lifestyle Choices Negatively Affecting Your Oral Health?

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

At Vargas Dental Associates, one of our top priorities is to help you look and feel great about your oral health, because a healthy smile is paramount to wellness. One of the best ways to do this is to make wise choices in your everyday life that do not negatively affect your oral health. Unfortunately, some patients make poor lifestyle choices that can negatively impact their oral health. While these habits might not be affecting their oral health now, they will most certainly lead to problems in the future. Here are some lifestyle choice that patients should avoid if possible:

Why You Should Never Delay Even Routine Dental Care

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

We don’t know about you, but we are thrilled to have warm weather and the start of the official start of summer around the corner. We know that many of our patients have busy schedules, so hopefully, you will get some time to relax during the summer. If we recommended a dental treatment for you or a loved one during your last visit, now is the perfect time to schedule your appointment. Delaying or avoiding treatment can cause serious problems with your oral health. Read on to learn more.

To Floss Or Not To Floss? That Is The Question

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

At Vargas Dental Associates, we are passionate about the state of our patients’ oral health. During routine examinations, we thoroughly inspect and clean your teeth. We act a bit like detectives because we can tell what kinds of foods you might eat and how well you brush your teeth. We still have a number of patients who are diligent in brushing their teeth but fail to understand the importance of flossing every day. Flossing your teeth is just as important as brushing your teeth.

Healthy Drinks For Healthy Teeth

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

With the arrival of spring and summer right around the corner, we know that the temperatures are only going to be increasing from here on out. Remaining hydrated is important each and every day, but it is especially important during warm and hot weather. Aside from the weather, the spring and summer also bring the return of many sports and outdoor activities. During strenuous activity, it is important to hydrate and your drink of choice may be a sports beverage. While these drinks may be good at replacing electrolytes lost during vigorous activity, they are usually high in sugar. Oftentimes, we think about the sugary foods that we are consuming and don’t realize that certain beverages are just as unhealthy for your oral health.

Bridging The Gap

Bridges, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

Dealing with tooth loss can not only be upsetting and difficult to experience, but it can come with challenges in your daily life as well. A missing tooth can affect your appearance if it is a visible tooth and it can cause changes in your bite and the way you chew if it is a rear tooth. No matter the location of your missing tooth, we recommend replacing it as soon as possible. We offer a tooth replacement option that can restore one tooth or multiple teeth at one time. Read on to learn more about a dental bridge and why we may recommend this treatment.

Can Medications Affect Oral Health?

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

When we are prescribed a medication for our overall health, we are mainly thinking about the relief it will provide or how it will improve a medical condition. When we learn about side effects from a medical professional, we are typically concerned with how they affect overall health. Very little is ever mentioned about how medications may affect your oral health. We want to bring awareness to the fact that many medications, whether prescribed or over-the-counter, can have lasting effects on your teeth and mouth that can significantly impact the future of your oral health. We want to share some of the common side effects and tips to help your oral health:

Is A Cracked Tooth A Problem?

Dental Emergency, Patient Education, Vargas Dental Associates

We don’t know how you feel, but it always seems like an emergency happens at the worst time. One of the best ways to prevent a dental emergency is to maintain regular hygiene examination appointments in our office. If you or a loved one experience a dental emergency between visits, it is important to remain calm and contact our office for instructions and to see if a visit is needed. One dental problem that will always require a visit to our office is a cracked tooth. Read on to learn more about why a cracked tooth should never be ignored.