Everyone experiences bad breath now and then, but if it’s a constant factor in your life, you may need to see the dentist for a diagnosis and treatment. In the meantime, you can use the following home remedies for bad breath to improve the state of your smile: - Brush and floss your teeth: When you have inconsistent oral hygiene... read more »
Oral hygiene can help you have a top-notch smile, but did you know there are little things you can do to further boost your oral health? Well, it’s true, and our dentist, Dr. Daniel Sahutske, is happy to tell you all about them! First, keep a travel-sized toothbrush and toothpaste with you. Doing this can give you the option of... read more »
Poor oral hygiene practices can allow residual plaque, food particles, and sugar residue to harden into bacteria-rich tartar near the gumline. As this continues to occur your chances of suffering from gum disease can increase significantly. This typically starts out as the gum inflammation of gingivitis. This can cause your gums to appear red or inflamed gums, and they might... read more »
Technology today is quite advanced. In fact, it’s so advanced that it can help your child care for and learn more about their smile. This means your smartphone or tablet can obtain applications that can help your child and their oral health. Our dentist, Dr. Daniel Sahutske, and dental team appreciate this about technology, so we would be happy to... read more »
If you are one who has trouble flossing each day, our dental team has a solution for you: Water flossers! Water flossers are great products that are beneficial and effective. They are small, wand-like tools that spray water in steady pulses. How to Use a Water Flosser Make sure the base, also known as the reservoir, is filled with lukewarm... read more »
May cosmetic dentistry give you the gift everyone can enjoy for the holidays: a healthy, happy smile.  Our team of tooth-protecting superheroes at Oxford Lakes Dental Care strive to provide the best possible services we can for your teeth and gums. This season, consider the joys that cosmetic dentistry may provide to you. If you are in need of dental crowns,... read more »
Did you know oral hygiene can be fun? Well, it’s true! Oral hygiene can be fun and exciting, which is beneficial for your child. This will help them want to clean their teeth each and every day. Some things you can do to make oral hygiene a positive experience are: -Get products that are made for kids: When you go... read more »
At Oxford Lakes Dental Care located in Oxford, Michigan, many of our patients enjoy traveling during the summer months, whether to visit extended family, explore our mountain desert by road trip, or getting on a plane to check off destinations from a bucket list. To make the most of your travel experience, we encourage you to pack a dental emergency kit... read more »
You want to have the brightest, strongest smile possible, so you always do your best to stay on top of your oral hygiene. You brush and floss and come in for regular cleanings. But you should know there are normal beverages you might drink every day that are working against you. Here are a few. Coffee - It is commonly... read more »
As a parent, do you ever wonder what you need to do to help your child grow into a strong and healthy smile? If so, we are happy to help you! There are four things that can help your child grow into the smile they deserve, and those four things include: No. 1: Bring your child in for their first... read more »