 Specific to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) we have added in additional precautionary and cleaning measures including:
As state and national health and safety regulations change and evolve during these times, Surprise Smiles is dedicated to monitoring and evaluating our dental practice and office space for any potential risks as we serve our patients and community. We strive to maintain an approach to our dentistry services that is both safe and beneficial to everyone we serve. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, comfortable, and relaxed environment for everyone that comes into our dental office. We follow the American Dental Association’s Update to Office Procedures During COVID-19 in regard to safe office procedures, workplace hazards, and making decisions for best office practices. We stay informed on recent information given to dentists in this regard, as well as keeping up to date with any changes recommended by the CDC. Please let us know if you have any questions in regard to our health and safety protocols here at Surprise Smiles. We recognize that it can be challenging during these unprecedented times of COVID-19. We all want to get back to our normal lives, and we will be able to do so, in a safe, wise, and healthy manner. We will be happy to answer any questions that you may have in regard to our dental practice health and safety protocols, cleaning, and disinfecting procedures we follow. Thank you for continuing to be a valued patient here at Bradshaw Family Dental. We look forward to continuing to serve you and your dental needs through the various services we provide for you, from preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental implants and more! |
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Posted on 12/25/2015 by Dr. Andrew Zeiger |
 Many families seem to see high levels of cavities that extend from generation to generation, and this has led to a myth that certain people are genetically prone to developing decay. These individuals are said to have "soft teeth," but the soft teeth phenomenon isn't really accurate. In fact, research has shown that while cavities are an infectious disease, they are entirely preventable, so you don't have to feel that you are predestined to get cavities for the rest of your life. Cavities Are the Result of Bacteria, Not Soft TeethDental cavities are associated with bacterial strains that live on sugar. They thrive on diets that are high in carbs, including sweet liquids. When the bacteria of the mouth break these sugars down, they will create acids that then attack the enamel and result in decay.Dental cavities can begin early on in life, as soon as the teeth emerge. Unfortunately, mothers who carry harmful, cavity-causing bacteria can pass them on to their children via the saliva, and when coupled with the sugars in baby formula, juice, and milk, they can create a cavity-causing perfect storm in a young child's mouth. Preventing CavitiesFortunately, you don't have to assume that just because your parents have a lot of cavities that you will too. Likewise, if you have experienced considerable tooth decay, your child isn't predestined to follow your path.However, you should take certain steps to protect yourself, primarily by reducing the bacteria level in your own mouth by brushing your teeth regularly. Then, try not to swap saliva by sharing eating utensils. Be sure to check your child's mouth frequently for signs of decay or other oral health problems. If you are concerned about the health of your teeth or the teeth of your child, contact our office today to set up an appointment. |
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