Oshkosh Comprehensive Dentistry Blog

As they walk across the podium, your heart warms with pride. You’ve had many ups and downs with this graduating senior of yours, and you can’t believe how much they’ve grown. You wish nothing but the best for them and want to help them as they conclude this phase of life and become a responsible adult.

Instead of giving them a traditional graduation gift, consider something a little unconventional—improving their smile. Cosmetic dental treatment may seem like a strange choice, but it actually makes a lot of sense. In this post, you’ll learn how this gift could make a huge difference for your graduating senior and what treatments are available.

You’ve booked the flight and hotel, made dinner reservations, and put in your time-off request at work. You’ve arranged for someone to care for your pets while you’re gone. You still have to pack, but you think you have all the necessities. Are you missing something? It may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but if you haven’t been to the dentist’s office in a while, you really should get this appointment done before you leave for summer vacation. Why? Here are three strong reasons!

Oral Cancer Awareness Month is a time dedicated to raising awareness about the risks and prevention of oral cancer. This month serves as a reminder to prioritize our oral health and understand the factors that contribute to this potentially life-threatening disease. By increasing our knowledge and taking proactive measures, we can reduce the incidence of oral cancer and improve overall well-being. Keep reading as we delve into the important information you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones from oral cancer.

During tax season, many people look forward to getting a refund. Others dread having to gather all the paperwork and clear an afternoon to get their finances in order. Tax season is not just about crunching numbers and filing returns; it’s also an opportunity to invest in your smile and improve your oral health. As you ponder how to use your tax refund, consider allocating a portion towards dental treatments. Keep reading for four compelling reasons why using your refund for dental care can be a wise decision.

Dentists recommend that you see them biannually for a checkup, which gives you plenty of opportunities to communicate with them about your oral health. While your dentist will obviously take the time to check you for all kinds of oral health problems, you can make their job a little easier by asking about specific concerns that you have.

Here are a few issues you could ask a dentist about at your next checkup.

When people think about whom they’ll talk to during a regular checkup they think about the dentist themselves, or maybe the dental hygienist. What they might not consider, however, is the important role that dental assistants play in running the dental office.

If you want to learn a little more about what dental assistants do from day to day, here’s a guide that may give you some more information about their work.

February is not just a celebration of the love you have in your life, but your literal heart! The second month of the year is American Heart Month, which means there is no better time to pay special attention to one of the most important organs of your body. Since heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, you will want to do everything you can to care for it. But did you realize that heart health is not just about watching what you eat and exercising? Your oral health can directly impact it as well. Here’s how the state of your mouth and your heart are connected.

There is nothing quite like seeing your loved one smile! Hopefully, they feel confident enough to freely flash their grin because unfortunately, many people don’t. A new study conducted by OnePoll found that 57% of Americans cover their mouths when they laugh due to insecurity over their teeth. Additionally, one in two will always often try to smile with their mouth closed. So, in honor of loving the special smile in your life, consider some dentist-approved gifts for Valentine’s Day to keep their teeth bright and healthy! Here are five great ideas from your dentist in Oshkosh.

The new year is upon us, which means it’s time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions. The ideal goal should be both important and achievable, and good oral health fits both of those criteria. That’s why it could be worth committing to preventing oral health problems in the new year.

Fortunately, there are quite a few ways you can do that. Here are some New Year’s resolutions that can potentially bolster your oral health.

Invisalign aligners promise all the benefits of traditional metal braces in a convenient, discreet package. Not only will people not be able to tell you’re straightening your teeth, the fact that your aligners are removable means that you won’t have to make any changes to your diet.

That said, there are some things you should know about Invisalign before you begin treatment. This will help to assuage some common concerns, but also to let you know what you’re in for so that you can be prepared. Here are some of the most important things you ought to know before beginning Invisalign treatment.