If your crooked, darkened teeth keep you from smiling and you feel like there is nothing you can do about it, please give me a call! My name is doctor Moore and my friendly staff and I have been giving the people of Bloomington something to smile about since 2001. If you are disappointed with …
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Bloomington teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore, we …
You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental checkup in a while, consider these vital reasons: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way to restrict dental problems. Clean Up: Our dental hygienist is ready to give you a super clean smile. Brush Up: If it has been a while …
When dental patients ask if mouthwash cures bad breath, we tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive conditions. The best-selling mouthwashes have a significant amount …
Welcome to our blog! Today’s post answers some common questions about toothpaste. Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive characteristic of toothpaste is to aid 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 …
Hello, welcome to the Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually affect oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common dilemma, especially among older adults. However, men and women of all ages …
“How can I manage anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Discuss these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving issues of concern. Doctor Ken …
In today’s post, we will veer a bit off the beaten path, so to speak, and discuss an intriguing dental specialty; forensic dentistry. The official term for the use of dentistry in criminal cases and post-mortem identification is forensic odontology. These specialists are rarely recognized but play an integral role in crime and disaster investigations. …
There is no doubt that a healthy, pleasing smile positively influences one’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. A beautiful healthy smile also influences our personal relationships. When we smile, we appear (and feel!) younger and more attractive. Research has shown that smiling also helps reduce stress, increase …
When you go to your drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or another oral care product, be sure that the product you select shows the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Today, we look at 4 ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for you and your …
