October is Dental Hygiene Month, a special time where we stop to recognize all of the work that dental hygienists do to support the oral health of patients and to raise awareness regarding the importance of oral hygiene. Each year, education and awareness focuses on a...
Ask Your Odessa, Midland and Lubbock Dentist: How to Choose the Best Toothbrush
by Bliss Dental & Orthodontics | Jun 10, 2018 | Dental Care, Dental Hygiene, Oral Health
To say there are a lot of toothbrushes on the market today is an understatement. When people go to buy toothbrushes, they often encounter rows upon rows of options. And figuring out which is right for you can be a challenge. Getting a high-quality toothbrush is...
Ask Your Odessa, Midland and Lubbock Dentist: Flossing, Yes, it is Important
by Bliss Dental & Orthodontics | Jun 8, 2018 | Dental Care, Dental Hygiene, Oral Health
Most people wouldn’t say that flossing is at the top of their list of favorite things to do. For that reason, a lot of people choose not to floss, while others only floss occasionally. However, flossing daily is important to your oral health, and it only takes a few...
Ask Your Odessa, Midland or Lubbock Dentist: Causes & Cures for Bad Breath
by Bliss Dental & Orthodontics | Dec 15, 2017 | Dental Care, Dental Health, Oral Health
Everyone wants to be remembered, but being known for your bad breath isn’t likely what you had in mind. A lot of people are self-conscious when it comes to their breath, but that doesn’t mean you have to be. There are a lot of causes for bad breath, or...
3 Simple Dental Care Tips to Improve Your Overall Health in the New Year
by Bliss Dental & Orthodontics | Jan 24, 2017 | Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Oral Health
New Year, New You Every year, we create resolutions aimed at improving our health. It is important to include your dental health too! Taking proper care of your gums and teeth can have a significant impact on your overall health and life. Perhaps, you want to ensure...
Conquering Gum Disease – 4 Easy Steps to a Healthy Mouth
by Bliss Dental & Orthodontics | Nov 8, 2016 | Dental Care, Oral Health
If you have gum disease, also referred to as gingivitis or periodontal disease, you are not alone. According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost half of Americans 30 years-old or older have gum disease. If you are over 65, your risk for gum...
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Gum Disease
by Bliss Dental & Orthodontics | Mar 24, 2016 | Dental Care, Oral Health
When people think of dental care, they often think of teeth. But healthy teeth are only part of the equation. The tissues and bone that surround your teeth, including your gums, are critically important to your overall dental health. You may be thinking, “There’s no...
New Year, New Smile!
by Bliss Dental & Orthodontics | Jan 19, 2016 | Dental Care, Oral Health
Each January, millions of people resolve to change their lives for the better in the new year. Often, their goals involve losing weight, getting more exercise, or similar healthy habits. But there is one resolution that could truly improve your health and your life in...