Besides using the bathroom or grabbing a cup of coffee, reaching for your toothbrush to get rid of morning breath is probably one of the first things you do when you wake up. This morning brushing session kick-starts your oral hygiene routine, which hopefully includes flossing, using a mouthwash or oral rinse, drinking plenty of […]
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Oral Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore: Bad Breath
August 26, 2011
As a family and general dentist in Lake Orion, Michigan, Dr. Brad Greenfield is an advocate of preventive dentistry. Good at-home dental hygiene, regular bi-annual dental checkups and cleanings, and eating right are just a few things you can do to ensure the health of your teeth and gums. Still, regular preventive measures are still not enough at times. […]
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Proper Flossing Goes a Long Way
July 29, 2011
For more tips about oral hygiene and health, call Lake Orion Family Dentistry at (248) 693-6213. Dr. Brad Greenfield and his office team look forward to hearing from you and seeing you and your family in our dental office in Lake Orion, Michigan. […]
Don’t Let Tooth Decay Get the Best of Your Smile
May 10, 2011
Tooth decay is among the leading causes of tooth loss for Americans, and it can open the door to developing serious overall health problems.
Just as healthy habits can help protect your body against disease, healthy dental habits can safeguard against tooth decay and help avert other dental problems, as well.
First, it’s important to know how tooth decay happens. After eating, bacteria in your mouth start working to break down leftover particles of food, which then produce acids. These acids combine with debris in your mouth to form a sticky substance called plaque, which tends to deposit on molars and near your gum line. […]
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Beat Bad Breath in a Few Simple Steps
March 3, 2011
Believe it or not, there are only two causes for bead breath: oral hygiene and gastrointestinal health.
Often, bad breath is a result of a dental problem. Gum disease, cavities, and other oral conditions can be to blame. I’m Dr. Brad Greenfield, and if you suffer from bad breath, I invite you to come in for an appointment to make sure the problem isn’t related to your oral health. If it is, I will recommend treatment options to get your mouth looking (and smelling) its best. […]
