When you’re pregnant, your body produces many hormones to accommodate the life growing inside you. These hormones can affect the health of your teeth and gums. Therefore it’s crucial to make sure your oral health remains a priority while pregnant. (more…)
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Why Nutrition Is Good for Oral Health
We all know that daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste and flossing are essential for a healthy smile, but nutrition also plays an important role in your dental health. Poor nutrition can lead to gum disease, tooth decay, and cavities. Researchers have also linked oral diseases to diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. The food we eat […]
Sensitive Teeth: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Have you ever felt pain or discomfort after a bite of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee? If so, you’re not alone. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, roughly 40 million adults suffer from sensitive teeth in the United States. Tooth sensitivity is a common dental problem involving teeth discomfort when brushing, […]
Diabetes and Dental Care
Dental care is an important part of diabetes care. Most people tend to think that diabetes only affects your body, but it can also affect the tissue in the mouth, gums, and teeth. What is diabetes? Blood glucose is the body’s main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. The levels of […]
Bad Breath: Causes and Treatment
Bad breath, also called halitosis, is pretty common in both kids and adults. It’s completely normal to have bad breath from time to time, especially first thing in the morning or after eating odorous foods like onions and garlic. Mints and mouthwashes can sometimes mask the issue, but to truly defeat it, you’ll need to […]
5 Tips for Choosing a Family Dentist
When the time comes to choose a new professional to handle your loved one’s oral care, there are several different things to consider before choosing a family dentist. Not only does the average family need regular dental checkups, but they need someone they can rely on for emergency dentistry, someone who is affordable, and someone […]
JR Dental Newsletter – May 2022
Summer is about to burst onto the scene. And with it, your “free time” will turn to “busy time” as you plan, plan, plan for your relaxing summer vacation. So while you’re thinking about where you’ll go, where you’ll eat, and what you’ll see along the way, don’t forget to plan a visit to your […]
Should you seek a second opinion for dental work?
When it comes to your health, it’s always best to trust your instincts. If you feel unsure about a dental diagnosis or treatment plan, it is OK to consider getting a second opinion from another dentist. Second opinions are a great way to confirm a diagnosis or learn about a different treatment plan, understand your […]
CEREC Single Visit Crowns vs Traditional Crowns
At JR Dental, we are at the forefront of dental technology by offering CEREC single-day crowns to our patients in need of dental crowns. We are highly trained and experienced in CEREC® and can restore your smile quickly, painlessly, and beautifully with our in-house technology. What is the difference between a CEREC and a traditional […]
Early Orthodontic Treatment and Evaluations for Children
When your child is about seven years old, they should have their teeth examined to see how they work together. If there are any issues with their teeth, bite, or jaw, early orthodontic intervention can help your child avoid years of pain by treating common and developmental problems early. Almost all developing orthodontic issues can […]