Blog - Countryside Dental Group

How to Prepare Your Child for Their First Dentist Appointment

December 27, 2018

If your child is nearing their first birthday, it is time to schedule their first dentist appointment! According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, scheduling a visit to the dentist by their first birthday can help to set up your child for a lifetime of good oral health. Not only are healthy baby teeth … Continued

Treatment for Oral Cancer: What You Need to Know

November 23, 2018

By Countryside Dental Group

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with oral cancer, the following weeks and months can be scary and uncertain. Your dentist and doctor will work together to prescribe the best treatment plan, and once your dentist has determined that your teeth are healthy enough to undergo radiation or chemotherapy, your treatment will … Continued

4 Common Brushing Mistakes That Could Be Affecting Your Dental Hygiene

October 18, 2018

By Countryside Dental Group

We’ve been brushing our teeth since we were kids, so we must be experts at it by now, right? Not necessarily! There are actually quite a few common errors that our patients make on a daily basis while brushing their teeth. To ensure that you’re getting the most out of your brushing routine, be sure … Continued

5 Reasons to Quit Smoking for Your Oral Health

September 12, 2018

By Countryside Dental Group

Are you looking for further incentive to quit smoking? If so, your oral health is a great place to start! Smoking can lead to a number of complications for your teeth and gums and, by quitting smoking, you can greatly improve the health and appearance of your smile. Here are just five of the reasons … Continued

Pregnant? Time to See the Dentist!

August 28, 2018

By Countryside Dental Group

You’ve recently become pregnant (Congratulations!) and you know it’s imperative to see your obstetrician frequently to protect your baby’s health. But did you know that it’s also important to keep up with your dentist during your pregnancy? In fact, pregnancy can increase your risk of developing certain oral conditions, which can be a risk to … Continued