4 Tips For Staying Relaxed At The Dentist

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

We recommend patients visit our office regularly to ensure they have optimal oral health. That can be challenging for patients who suffer from dental anxiety. No matter how you are feeling, routine dental care and receiving recommended treatments are vital to preventing complications and avoiding emergencies. Our team will do everything possible to help you feel comfortable while in our office, but there are some things you can do to help relax before and during your visit. Read on to learn more.

Can Your Medications Be Affecting Your Oral Health?

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

When you visit a medical professional, they may recommend starting medication. While you may be taking the medication to improve an illness, prevent a problem, or help with a long-standing medical condition, you may be causing serious harm to your oral health. We want to raise awareness of the many medications, prescribed and over the counter, that can have lasting effects on your teeth and mouth and seriously impact the future of your oral health. Keep reading to learn about two common side effects and get some tips to help your oral health:

Your Invisalign® Questions Answered

Ackley Dental Group, Invisalign, Orthodontics, Patient Education

Would you love to straighten your teeth but have been hesitant to learn more about orthodontic treatments because you are not interested in visiting another office? Or perhaps you are not interested in wearing traditional metal braces. We are happy to share that we can help you with your orthodontic needs! We offer patients Invisalign® as an orthodontic treatment option. While you may have heard of this treatment before, you may not know much about what it entails. We want to answer some of the most common questions we receive about Invisalign. Read on to learn the answers and see if this treatment would be beneficial to you.

Tips For A Healthy Summer Smile

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

Are you enjoying your summer? Summer is such a relaxing time for many. Schedules are lighter with school out of session, and some businesses become more lax during this time. One area that should not be more lax during the summer is your oral hygiene routine. This is particularly important for any children in your life. Unfortunately, not caring for your teeth now can lead to unwanted oral health issues in the future. Continue reading to learn some helpful suggestions for caring for your teeth this summer.

Do Not Ignore A Cracked Tooth

Ackley Dental Group, Emergency Dentistry, Patient Education

With the summer season starting in a few short days, it is important to be mindful of your oral health. Summer is a time for vacations and plans with friends and family. We would hate for you to experience a dental emergency and for your plans to be interrupted. One of the best ways to avoid a dental emergency is through routine dental care. Even if you take excellent care of your teeth, an emergency can occur at any time. One of the most common dental emergencies is a cracked tooth.

Looking For A New Dental Home? Hear A New Patient’s Success Story

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

If you are looking for a new dental home, we want to welcome you to Ackley Dental Group. We want all of our patients to feel welcome and comfortable while in our care. Visiting the dentist and receiving treatment can be difficult for many people. It can be even more challenging if you are experiencing dental issues that are causing you discomfort or changing the way you see yourself. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with one of our patients who, like you, was looking for a new dental home to help with her dental problems. Click here to watch the short video about her touching story.

Bad Habits That Can Harm Your Oral Health

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

At Ackley Dental Group, we want our patients to have optimal oral health. We know that some patients are at a higher risk of developing certain conditions, and others may experience a dental emergency from time to time. You might be surprised to learn that certain habits can negatively affect your oral health. While these habits may not currently be causing a problem, eventually you will see an impact on your teeth and your oral health. Habits that you may want to change include the following:

What Does A Bridge Do?

Ackley Dental Group, Bridge, Patient Education, Restorative Dentistry

Dealing with tooth loss or severe decay can not only affect your quality of life, but it can also cause additional problems with your oral and overall health. We recommend that patients experiencing these issues speak to us as soon as possible to learn more about the tooth replacement options we offer to restore their oral health. Even if you are not dealing with tooth loss or severe decay at this time, the state of your oral health can change quickly, making it important to be knowledgeable of the treatments we offer. One treatment in particular is beneficial for restoring multiple teeth at one time. Read on to learn more about a dental bridge and why we may recommend this treatment.

Help Your Teen Manage Their Dental Health

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

At Ackley Dental Group, we are passionate about the oral health of our patients of all ages. Since we typically see our patients only twice a year, we encourage you and your family members to maintain a regular oral hygiene routine at home to ensure your teeth are being cared for between visits to our office. While we know adults are more than capable of handling this directive, our child patients may need some extra help and direction from the adults in the home. Sometimes, problems can arise with teenagers, who are known for being reluctant to follow directions and may not make their oral health a priority.