It’s a question that pretty much everyone out there seems to wonder at one time or another. “They never find anything when I come in to have my teeth cleaned, so do I really need to be coming in this often?” It makes sense to ask something like this, of course, because a trip to the family den…Read More
As a family dentist in Fort Collins, we are very familiar with the concept of the Tooth Fairy, and we are sure you are as well. However, the Tooth Fairy has a more recent history than you might think, and there are a few good reasons for keeping her around! Keep reading to learn more about the Tooth…Read More
At Shores Family Dentistry, we are committed to not only providing our patients with the best dental care in the area, but also with educating them on their own oral health. Today, we would like to talk about periodontal disease, also known as gum disease. Often called a “silent disease” because…Read More
Our smiles are one of the first ways we greet people. Whether it be at an interview, meeting up with friends, or passing a stranger on the street, a friendly smile is a polite way to acknowledge someone else. But what happens when you are insecure about your smile? A stained smile can indicate poor …Read More
Enamel, inlays, and calculus, oh my! Dentists offices are full of common, and not so common, words and phrases that many people haven’t heard of. Today, we’d like to give a little vocabulary lesson to help you know exactly what we’re talking about in these blogs. Bite: When used as a verb, ‘…Read More
Most of us probably hear the term ‘oral hygiene’ thrown around from time to time, but what does it really mean? Essentially, oral hygiene just means taking steps to keep your mouth clean, meanwhile preventing disease, cavities, bad breath, and other dental problems. It’s important to instill t…Read More