Crazy Dental Facts
At Dr. Cirka’s Dental Office, we take dentistry very seriously. But believe it or not, teeth can be fun…even funny! Here are some wild and crazy dental facts that will make you smile and improve your...
View ArticleTop 10 Reasons to Have a Dental Cleaning
Good oral hygiene is important, not only for looks, but for general health as well. Poor oral hygiene can lead to a variety of dental and medical problems such as gum disease, infection, bone loss,...
View ArticleNew Year-New You
We dentists often get asked “DO I REALLY NEED TO SEE A DENTIST?” YES. There are reasons that you may or may not know: Avoid Major Dental Work With regular checkups, we dentists can spot early signs of...
View ArticleWarning Signs of Gum Disease
What are the warning signs of Gum Disease? Often patients are suffering from Gum Disease and they do not even know it. Gum Disease, also know as Periodontal Disease, is infection and chronic...
View ArticleDo’s and Don’ts of Flossing
The American Dental Association recommends using floss once a day. Patients will often ask if this should be done in the morning or at night. What we find is that as long as you are flossing around the...
View Article5 Ways Your Dentist Can Help You Look Younger
A big secret to how to look younger is in your teeth. Looking beautiful is often associated with looking younger and the teeth play a big part in this. Studies show that a smile is the first thing...
View Article7 Foods Healthy for Your Teeth
Nutrition is key when it comes to the health of your teeth. If your diet is full of sugary and acidic foods then you bet your teeth will be full of cavities. On the other hand if you are eating foods...
View ArticleWHY Is My Mouth So DRY?
Patients often come into the office complaining of dry mouth. Sometimes having a dry mouth can be so bad that it wakes patients up from their sleep and can be a constant struggle throughout the day....
View ArticleIs Chocolate Bad for You and Your Teeth?
Patients will often ask Dr. Meier and Dr. Cirka, “Is chocolate bad for my teeth?” This question pops up even more often around the holiday seasons. Patients are many times surprised by the positive...
View ArticlePiercings and Tattoos in Your Mouth- What Are the Risks?
Patients will often ask about piercings and tattoos in the mouth and how it could affect their teeth. In addition to affecting your teeth, there are a lot of potential issues that could pop up from...
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