My Blog - General and Cosmetic Dentist

Is there really a link between my mouth and heart?
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Summit Dental Care are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, the doctor and our team want you to Read more
Here Is What You Can Do to Help Your Kids Snack Healthier at School
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 08, 2021.

In addition to daily oral hygiene and regular dental visits, a tooth-friendly diet can boost your kid's dental health and development. You can help by setting high standards for Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
Brie Bella Shows Off Her Six-Month Old's Baby Teeth on Instagram
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 29, 2021.

If you're aiming for adorable camera shots, nothing beats baby photos. Even the tough guys among us can't resist oohing and ahhing over pics of their friends' and families' Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
Relax with Sedation Dentistry
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

the doctor and our team at Summit Dental Care understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from sensitive teeth Read more
Your Decayed Tooth Might Need a Different Kind of Root Canal Treatment
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Advanced decay doesn't necessarily mean it's curtains for an infected tooth. Millions of teeth in that condition have been saved by a tried and true procedure called root canal Read more
The Link Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

When patients of Summit Dental Care hear any mention of oral or dental hygiene, they probably think of brushing and flossing their teeth. Although these are extremely important, the term Read more
Here's Good Advice for Your College Student To Protect Their Dental Health
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 09, 2021.

As summer wanes, thousands of high school grads will begin the new adventure called college. For many of these "freshmen," it will also be their first taste of true Read more
Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more
Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 29, 2021.

Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little Read more
Should Children Use Whitening Products?
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more
Dental Anxiety
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Summit Dental Care might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but whatever the Read more
Why Kathy Bates Chose This Alternative to Braces and so Might You
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 19, 2021.

Kathy Bates has been a familiar face to filmgoers since her Oscar-winning performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. She's best known for playing true-to-life characters like Wilkes or Barbara Read more
Sealants: What are they and how do they help?
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant Read more
Here's What's in Your Toothpaste for Keeping Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 09, 2021.

We're all interested in how our toothpaste tastes, how it freshens breath or how it brightens teeth. But those are secondary to its most important function, which is how Read more