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How to Use the Dental Aisle to Upgrade Your Oral Health
As a dentist in Oregon City, Dr. Sam Greenstein understands that an at-home dental care routine can become a bit stagnant. So why not liven it up with some quality items from the dental aisle at your local pharmacy or grocery store? Fortunately, there are many fun and affordable dental care products there to try.…
Read MoreDon’t Miss These Vitamins and Minerals Essential for Healthy Teeth
The conversation around oral health often revolves around the usual suspects: brushing, flossing and avoiding sugary snacks. However, there’s another crucial component that frequently gets overlooked — what should you eat to maintain a healthy smile? At Oregon City Dentistry, we encourage positive changes for your overall health. Beyond just steering clear of sweets, the…
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Protecting Tooth Enamel
Maintaining your tooth enamel is vital for your oral health, and Dr. Greenstein in Oregon City can help you keep your enamel healthy for years to come. Not only does healthy enamel keep your teeth looking white and welcoming, but it also protects your smile from damage and decay. At Oregon City Dentistry, we…
Read MoreStartling Studies Show Risks of Smoking and Vaping on Oral Health
As your Oregon City dentists, we understand that there are many factors to your overall oral health. Most people know that smoking can cause lots of problems, including stained and discolored teeth and an increased risk of oral cancer. However, most people don’t know that vaping can also seriously affect oral health. Two recent…
Read MoreDental Implants or Dentures—Making the Best Choice for Your Smile
If you’re missing teeth, you might be wondering what your Oregon City dentists might recommend for replacement. Oregon City Dentistry offers an array of modern options to help you enjoy the look and feel of a full set of healthy teeth. Nearly 1 in 5 adults aged 65 or older have lost all of…
Read MoreDiabetes and Your Oral Health
If you have diabetes, you have a higher risk of developing oral health problems like cavities and gum disease. Patients with diabetes need to visit our Oregon City dentistry more often because the disease can reduce the blood supply to the gums, weakening the foundation of their oral health. Patients over 50 with diabetes have…
Read MoreWhy You Should Consult a Cosmetic Dentist Before Whitening Your Teeth
As a cosmetic dentist in Oregon City, Dr. Sam Greenstein understands just how important many of our patients consider having a brilliantly bright smile. After all, a whiter, healthier looking smile goes a long way in helping make a good first impression. In fact, a recent study found that the state of a person’s smile…
Read MoreParents Using Too Much Toothpaste When Brushing Their Kids’ Teeth
For kids to enjoy a healthy smile for a lifetime, parents need to start practicing quality oral hygiene habits with their kids from a young age. Brushing needs to start once a child’s first tooth develops, with flossing to follow once two teeth touch. Parents also need to schedule a child’s first dental visit by…
Read MoreHow to Diagnose and Treat TMJ
TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, refers to the part of your jaw that hinges and joins the lower and upper jaw together. Since your jaw has to move in such intricate ways; up and down, side to side, forward and back, this joint can get misaligned or even stuck. This often results in a popping…
Read MoreGum Disease Could Increase Risk for High Blood Pressure
In our Oregon City Dentistry blog, we’ve often covered how our oral health can impact our overall health. While it’s easy to think of our oral health as only having to do with our teeth and gums, years worth of research has shown this simply isn’t the case. Today, researchers know that our oral health…
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