Hello! I’m Orey Pence, DDS, of Pence Family Dentistry in Fishers. I have been practicing quality general and cosmetic dentistry since 1985. Today’s post focuses on malocclusion or a bad bite. Malocclusion is the dental term for a problem in the way your top and bottom teeth come together. The ideal bite is when the …
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even men and women who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Pence Family Dentistry in Fishers. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination, Dr. …
A recent CDC report provides the following data related to prevalence of periodontitis in the U.S.: 47.2% of people aged 30 years and older have some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease increases with age, 70.1% of people 65 years and older have periodontal disease. This condition is more widespread in men than women (56.4% …
Pence Family Dentistry has been providing quality dental care to patients in the Fishers area since 1985. We are devoted to the oral health of our patients and we are currently accepting new patients. Our top services include: pinhole surgery sedation dentistry integrative dentistry Our friendly team here would be happy to answer any questions …
Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Indianapolis area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Indianapolis area brush our teeth twice a day. This is good practice and makes for a good start to your oral health. However, many …
You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Reverse a cavity before it needs a filling If you can prevent cavities in pre-teens, there’s a better chance that their teeth can stay healthy …
Unfortunately, gingivitis (gum disease) is very common. But completely preventable. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy: If you keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will only need to visit the dentist for cleanings and checkups. Not major treatment. 1. Brush properly Brush for two to three minutes, at least …
General dentists in the Fishers area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your Fishers general dentist will refer you to a local Indianapolis specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Indianapolis area: Endodontists Endodontists …
Welcome to our blog! Today’s message answers some common questions about toothpaste. Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive characteristic of toothpaste is to assist in removing dental plaque and food from the surface of the teeth. Vigorous brushing becomes unnecessary for dental patients when the abrasives in the toothpaste can snag the mouth’s lingering …
As if you needed another reason to keep your gums in first-rate condition. Scientists have found a link between a bacteria that causes periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that often causes chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The research study, “Porphyromonas gingivalis …
