by East Erie Dental | Jan 1, 2019 | General
Does going to the dentist make you feel worried or uncomfortable? You aren’t alone. Dental anxiety affects an estimated 85% of patients. While dental anxiety varies in degree for each patient, it can make keeping up with semi-annual cleaning and check up appointments...
by East Erie Dental | Dec 1, 2018 | Dentist
Your dental situation may one day require one of your teeth to be removed. This tooth extraction can feel more comfortable if you know what to expect from the procedure and aftermath. Here at East Erie Dental, we aim to give our patients the information they need to...
by East Erie Dental | Nov 1, 2018 | Dental Insurance
There are only two more months in 2018 – where has the time gone? The next eight weeks are busy ones, packed full of holiday get-togethers and end-of-the-year obligations. Before the rest of 2018 slips through your fingers, take some time to assure you are...
by East Erie Dental | Oct 1, 2018 | General
In our office, we love any reason to re-educate our patients about the importance of healthy dental habits. In October, National Dental Hygiene Month, we have the opportunity to recommit to our belief that healthy dental habits can lead to more than just a bright...
by East Erie Dental | Sep 1, 2018 | Dentist
When you look in the mirror, are you happy with your smile? When you eat, are you able to do so comfortably and confidently? Most importantly, are you sharing your concerns or experiences with your dentist during your semi-annual checkups? Your dentist wants to work...
by East Erie Dental | Aug 1, 2018 | General
Does scheduling your semi-annual dental exam make you feel nervous? You are not alone. Many people experience varying degrees of dental anxiety. In fact, a study published in Dental Research Journal noted that more than 58% of people experience some type of anxiety...
by East Erie Dental | Jul 1, 2018 | Dentist
Your oral health is anchored in your daily habits and in your semi-annual dental checkups. Now that you are a parent, you may be wondering how to transfer these dental health priorities to your child. As with most things, you can lead by example, letting your child...
by East Erie Dental | Jun 1, 2018 | Dentist
For some dental patients, the words “root canal” can cause anxiety. At East Erie Dental, we find that for most patients, root canals are especially nerve-wracking simply because the patient doesn’t know what to expect. The more you know about your upcoming procedure,...
by East Erie Dental | May 1, 2018 | General, Gum Disease, Oral Cancer
Observed on May 31 of every year, World No Tobacco Day is a time to participate in 24 hours of abstinence of tobacco use. For those who use tobacco regularly, this day of cessation can be the perfect catalyst for quitting their habit. Tobacco is highly addictive, and...
by East Erie Dental | Apr 1, 2018 | Oral Cancer
The more you know about certain diseases, the more you can make positive decisions to keep you, and your family, healthy. Without proper knowledge, though, you can quickly find yourself at a higher risk for serious conditions. Most Americans are relatively unaware of...
