This is an essential question occasionally asked by patients at Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not…
If My Tooth Gets Knocked Out, Can A Dentist Put It Back In?
Accidents happen, and sometimes teeth get knocked out. Unlike other varieties of injuries–say a cut or a broken bone–a knocked out tooth doesn’t heal on its own. Urgent care medical clinic or hospital emergency department? Neither. If your tooth gets…
Gently Now (Protect Your Gums When You Brush)
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only problem with that is many individuals brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gum recession. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your…
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What does “healthy living” mean to you? A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging path? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries…
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Dental Care Today in Fishers, we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can…
Dental Floss: Which Type is Best?
Along with brushing, flossing is the most important thing you can do for healthy teeth and gums. There’s a variety of floss types to choose from. Which one is best for you? It depends. At Dental Care Today in Fishers,…
How To Beat Plaque
Plaque is that sticky, filmy stuff that forms on teeth. It is the main cause of tooth decay and gum disease. And that, in turn, is why the team at Dental Care Today in Fishers reminds all of our patients…
Have You Neglected Your Dental Health?
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we stress to all of our patients, at Dental Care Today in Fishers. Coupled with twice-a-year checkups and cleanings, it’s the best way to maintain your dental health and beautiful…
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Visiting Dental Care Today in Fishers for checkups and cleanings with the dentist every six months can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times, but you may benefit in ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that people who had…
Is Tooth Decay Contagious?
This article from Dental Care Today in Fishers is about dental health, and the bacteria that causes tooth decay. Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria. There are from 200-300 types. But relatively few cause cavities. Bacteria that cause…
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