This Year, Make Oral Health A Priority

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry

Happy 2022! We don’t know about you, but we can’t believe that we are starting a new year — time seems to be flying by. The start of a new year provides a clean slate and is a great time to tackle the resolutions you may have made for yourself. Oftentimes, resolutions revolve around improving health, which is one of the reasons gyms and athletic facilities see an increase in enrollment in January. We want to take a minute and discuss your oral health. When was the last time you visited our office for a hygiene examination and cleaning? Postponing and avoiding your dental cleaning and care can lead to less than ideal oral health conditions and the need for extensive and costly treatments. Read on to learn more.

Helpful Tips To Care For Your Oral Health Over The Holidays

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry

December has arrived! It is hard to believe that the year is almost over and the holiday season is upon us. You are probably in the thick of planning your festivities, purchasing and shopping for holiday gifts, attending holiday parties, and spending time with family and friends. Last year, a lot of people’s holiday traditions and visits were cancelled, and many of our patients are eagerly awaiting the return of the magic of the holiday season. With all the hustle and bustle, we know that it can be easy to stray from daily routines; however, there is one routine that we hope you maintain, even during this busy season — your hygiene routine.

An Easy Way To Protect Your Teeth

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry

Do you find that food is constantly stuck in the grooves of your back teeth? If you answered yes, or you are noticing this happening in your child’s teeth, you may soon be experiencing dental decay. Any food that remains on the surface of the teeth can lead to bacteria and acid eating away at the tooth enamel. You may be wondering, what can be done to eliminate this problem. Lucky for you and your family, we offer a treatment that is designed to help prevent cavities from developing in the grooves of the rear molars. Read on to learn more.

Dental Care Before, During, and After Pregnancy

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry

Are you or a loved one pregnant, planning a family soon, or a new mom? This is such an exciting time for a family, whether it is the first time you are experiencing this life event or you have been through it before. It can become easy to get wrapped up in all of the details and checklists that need to happen over nine months and beyond. One important detail that is often overlooked before, during, and after pregnancy is oral care, when it should really be at the top of the list. Of course, the mother’s prenatal care and baby’s pediatric care is extremely important, but many patients don’t realize the effects that a lack of dental care can cause.

Are Your Teeth Sensitive?

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry

Have you been enjoying the warm Florida weather? Now that June is upon us, our warm weather is slowly changing to what many would describe as hot. Nothing feels better on a hot summer day than a nice, cold drink, delicious ice cream treat, or frosty popsicle. If you suffer from tooth sensitivity, you likely do not share this sentiment. In fact, eating or biting anything cold can immediately bring discomfort to your teeth. Tooth sensitivity can also occur when eating or drinking something hot, brushing teeth, and flossing your teeth.

Maintaining a Healthy Smile is the First Step to a Healthy Body

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry

After the past year, the importance of health is at the forefront of everyone’s mind. While the health of our bodies should of course be a big concern during this time, it is imperative that we not forget about our oral health, as it is just as important. Did you know that your mouth is the gateway to your body? You might be wondering what that question means. Continue reading to learn more and find out why it might be time to pay a visit to our office.

Is This Silent Disease Affecting You?

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

While red is a popular color during the month of February, with the celebration of Valentine’s Day, if you start noticing that your gums are the color of the decorations, you might be suffering from a silent disease. This disease not only affects your oral health, but can impact your overall health as well. Gum disease can be harmful to your teeth and gums, also increasing the risks of some serious health problems. Continue reading to learn more about gum disease and how to prevent it.

Root Canals: Not as Bad as You Think

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry

Is a root canal at the top of your holiday list this year? We know that root canals are something that you try to avoid at all costs and can create a sense of panic in some patients. Root canals get a bad rap as a procedure full of discomfort; however, this can be further from the truth. Root canals can help save your tooth and eliminate the need for a more in depth procedure such as an implant.

Needles Are A Thing Of The Past!

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

If you are like most of our patients, then you probably don’t like anesthetic shots. The process can be very intimidating and very uncomfortable, usually requiring multiple shots to numb the tooth or teeth involved. If you have had to experience this, then you know that many times the anesthetic shots can be more uncomfortable than the procedure itself. At our office, you don’t need to have that concern. Continue reading to see how we are using a more comfortable anesthesia process.