The Different Kinds of Toothpaste
September 24, 2024
We all need toothpaste, but there are many different kinds to choose from. The variety might seem overwhelming, but we’re here to go through the differences & explain the benefits of each.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Caring for Your Lips
September 17, 2024
If you walk through an art gallery, you’ll notice that all the great paintings are held within beautiful frames. In some ways, the frame is just as important as the art; if you choose a frame that is too fancy or too plain, too colorful or too dull, it can detract from the beauty of the art.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
The Difference Between Baby Teeth & Permanent Teeth
September 10, 2024
Most of us lost the last of our baby teeth years ago, but have you ever thought about why you need two sets of teeth in the first place? Both baby teeth & permanent teeth are important for your continued dental health, although there are a few key differences between the two.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Why a Dental Cleaning Is Not Just a Teeth Cleaning
September 3, 2024
Dental cleaning appointments have more than one benefit to patients. Like a spa day for your teeth, cleaning appointments include two phases—scaling & polishing—that together give you the smooth, clean teeth you expect, along with some more benefits.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Introducing Enamel, Protector of Teeth
August 27, 2024
There are many layers to teeth, but the most visible & potentially most important—at least when it comes to preventing dental issues—is the outer layer, called enamel. Here’s what you need to know about enamel.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
How Braces Can Save You Money
August 20, 2024
Many people think of braces as a method of getting straighter teeth, & while that’s true, braces can also help prevent a lot of other dental health issues. Because these dental problems can eventually become expensive to fix, getting braces can actually save you money in the long run.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
What You Need to Know About Dental Aerosol
August 13, 2024
Have you ever noticed a cloud or mist coming from your mouth during dental treatment? Dentists call this aerosol, & while you generally don’t need to worry about it, it’s something dentists take very seriously. Here’s what you need to know about it.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
What’s Your Toothbrush Made of?
August 6, 2024
You probably know that it’s important to keep up with daily brushing & flossing to keep your teeth & gums healthy & maintain your oral health, but you might be wondering what the toothbrush you use every day is made of.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence