by Cameron Shearin | Dec 18, 2022
Why would anyone consider dental sealants? After all, everyone knows brushing and flossing are the leading way to prevent cavities and maintain good oral health. However, some teeth, like molars, are hard to reach. In addition, getting into every nook and cranny is...
by Cameron Shearin | Dec 7, 2022
Cheek biting is uncomfortable and even painful. What do you do when biting your cheek becomes a chronic pain? A wisdom tooth that has just grown out can also cause cheek biting. The wrongly seated wisdom tooth hits the cheek. Defective fillings or broken teeth often...
by Cameron Shearin | Jun 29, 2022
Everyone’s mouth is full of bacteria. Consequently, we need to brush twice daily and floss to remove it or we set the stage for gum disease. If the bacterial is allowed to build up, it will create a sticky film on the teeth. In the long run, that film can cause plaque...
by Cameron Shearin | Aug 25, 2016
If you don’t have dental health insurance, it may be tempting to skip your dental checkups and cleanings. But Dr. Jon Erickson at Danville Family Dentistry doesn’t recommend it. Regular dental checkups and cleanings are essential in helping you maintain healthy teeth...
by Cameron Shearin | Apr 16, 2015
At Danville Family Dentistry, we realize not everyone in Hendricks County has dental insurance. But that doesn’t mean your dental hygiene isn’t important. While brushing and flossing your teeth daily will help remove a lot of the debris and plaque on or in between...