Valentine’s Day is Tomorrow!

You know what that means, chocolates are flying off the shelves! Dr. Jennifer Wells is thrilled to hear that chocolate is the main choice on Valentines. Dr. Wells got all her staff chocolate for Valentine’s Day!  As we have to remember any indulgence is key to maintaining a healthy mouth, it is also important to remember that all chocolate contains sugar, which leads to cavities. The main importance is rinse with water after eating chocolate. So if we must have candy tomorrow, and we MUST, chocolate is Dr. Wells’ choice.

Benefits of chocolate:

It melts quickly and sits on the surface of teeth a shorter amount of time than sticky candy.

It has been tied to decreasing stroke.

Chocolate boosts heart health.

It MAY fight diabetes.

Chocolate offers some protection from UV damage from the sun.

It can improve your vision because it helps blood flow.

It makes you smarter.

Now, we don’t know about you but that’s more than enough reasons to dive into that heart-shaped chocolate goodness! First Impressions Family Dentistry hopes you have a great Valentine’s Day filled with love and chocolates!

But remember, moderation is key and rinse your mouth with water after you’re done.

Are you looking for an effective way to whiten your teeth, but anxious of discomfort or sensitivity?

Well, First Impressions Family Dentistry is proud to offer the polaoffice+ teeth whitening system.

The polaoffice+ teeth whitening system has been shown to be a safe and effective means for teeth whitening when delivered by licensed dental professionals. First Impressions Family Dentistry utilizes an effective treatment protocol that includes at home self-treat in combination with a more intense in office whitening treatment.

How does polaoffice+ whitening work?

At First Impressions Family Dentistry, the polaoffice+ procedure takes about an hour. We note the current shade of your teeth. We then make an impression of your teeth to develop a custom tray to accompany the take home kit. Now we start with the in office whitening, we apply a resin barrier to the gum areas surrounding the teeth to protect your gums from coming in contact with the peroxide gel. We then apply the hydrogen peroxide to each tooth and allow it to work for 8 minutes, then we suction away the gel from your teeth. We repeat this process 2 to 3 times for an optimal result.

After the teeth whitening process is done, we provide patients with some simple post whitening care instructions to keep your teeth looking their best for as long as possible.

First Impressions Family Dentistry got to experience their first vlog! We had the privilege to meet Jenny Ernst who vlogs weekly about her life and travels. Jenny came in last week to vlog on her polaoffice+ in office whitening experience. Please enjoy the video below!

Importance of Dental X-rays

When a dental professional is providing you with the proper oral care that you need, there are times when they may ask you to get a dental x-ray during your visit. When getting x-rays at the dentist, all you need to do is sit back and relax in the dental chair that you’re already sitting in- after all, it’s not a complicated procedure. How important is it to get a dental x-ray?

Lights! Camera! Action!

We’ve listed some of the reasons why it is important to get dental x-rays below:

Getting x-rays during your visit gives your dentist the opportunity to get a full visualization of all teeth in your mouth. It allows your dentist to adequately see if any impending issues (including under the gums that we can’t see without x-rays) that may be on the horizon. Essentially, with a dental x-ray you help them help you!

A dental x-ray allows you, the patient, to see exactly what your dentist is talking about when they’re describing an oral-related issue. With an x-ray, dental professionals can more easily detect cavities in your mouth.

Your dentist can adequately see if you have any tooth decay, extra teeth, infections, jaw fractures, growths, and possible bone loss. When you get dental x-rays, it allows your dentist to take proactive steps in accessing your specific needs.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact First Impressions Family Dentistry. Dr. Jennifer Wells and her team provides all patients, from children to seniors, with a comfortable, soothing environment.