Valley View Dental Blog

Growing up, your parents likely instilled in you the necessity of brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time if you wanted to keep your teeth healthy and strong. But if you have been struggling to maintain this essential oral hygiene habit

Summertime means gathering with family, friends and coworkers for get-togethers or to travel to interesting places. Many people find this a great time to get their teeth whitened to make their smiles glow!

August is around the corner and soon it will be time to get your child’s back-to-school dental checkup! Our Valley View Dental team offers comprehensive general and family dentistry to help everyone in your family achieve good oral health.

Did you know that keeping your smile healthy boosts more than just your teeth and gum health? Oral health impacts your overall health in a variety of ways, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, blocked blood vessels and even Alzheimer’s disease. Let’s take a look!

Did you know that the foods and drinks you consume the most also change your teeth’ color and luster?

Modern dentures are better than ever before and last longer than ever when properly cared for. Today we’re going to talk about what you can do to make sure your dentures stay in their best shape for a healthier, more beautiful smile!

As dentists, we are often asked a variety of questions about root canals, and we’d like to take this time to share some of the most common questions we get asked about this often-misunderstood dental treatment!

Today, more than ever, older adults can look forward to keeping most of their teeth. This is in part thanks to living healthier lifestyles and in a time of advances in oral and medical care while recognizing the importance of daily dental hygiene.

In honor of National Dental Hygienists Week, we have three tips to help you maintain a healthier mouth. A clean mouth is a healthier mouth because you’re keeping harmful bacterial plaque from damaging your smile, preventing tooth decay and gum disease.

When it comes to your oral health, your teeth and gums rule. You’ll want to keep them healthy by brushing and flossing daily and seeing your dentist regularly to protect your tooth enamel.

Vaping has become a popular alternative to the harmful habits of smoking or chewing tobacco. With vaping, you still get the “hit” of nicotine by inhaling vapor created with an electronic cigarette called a vaporizer.

Have you considered using it to invest in your smile instead of another vacation, new wardrobe, or replacing appliances? Using these extra funds to finally get the smile you want this year may be one of the wisest choices of all! Especially if you’re tired of living with damaged, failing, or missing teeth for far too long.

Many people don’t enjoy going to the dentist, mostly because they fear pain and worry they will experience some during their treatment. That’s a shame because a healthy smile doesn’t just benefit your appearance, chewing, and speaking ability, but boosts your overall health as well.

Dental care has always been safe and is essential to your overall health. It’s a new year and with it comes the resolve to better our health. But don’t forget your smile, as it deserves some extra care as well!

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Did you know that cavities are the most common infectious disease in children and the most common chronic disease in both children and adults?