In this post from Designer Smiles in Fargo ND, we wanted to discuss something that most dental practices don’t focus on: jaw pain. The jaw is a sliding hinge joint, and its formal name is a real mouthful: the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ for short. TMJ disorder (TMJ/TMD) is more common than you might guess. […]
Oral Health
Our Standard of Dental Excellence
At Designer Smiles in Fargo ND, we are committed to the dental health of each one of our patients. We want everyone who settles into one of our chairs to have a good experience. But just as important, we want our work to result in healthy teeth and gums that last a lifetime. That is […]
Should Teens See a General or Pediatric Dentist?
Categories: General Dentistry, Oral Health
Parents in Fargo have two main options when it comes to the dental care of their children: a pediatric dentist, who works specifically with children, or a general dentist, who also cares for other members of the household. What’s the difference between a pediatric dentist and a general dentist? Pediatric dentists are specially trained to […]
Debunking Dental Myths
In this post from Designer Smiles in Fargo we focus on three common myths about dental health. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth. Sugar increases the risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Foods that leave sugary residue on the teeth do more damage than those that are swallowed immediately. […]
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Visiting Designer Smiles in Fargo for a dental checkup and cleaning every six months may seem inconvenient sometimes, but you may benefit in ways you’d never imagine. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have a heart attack, […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
Fear is a powerful emotion. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At Designer Smiles in Fargo we can help such people get the dental care they need […]
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? (You don’t have to answer that.) At Designer Smiles in Fargo we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand out free […]
Trust Dr. Jeff For Accurate Dental Info
We’re all better-informed than ever before, thanks to the Internet. Tremendous sources of information are just a few taps away. Proactive self-education can be good for you and your family, especially if it helps with living a healthy lifestyle. But Dr. Jeff at Designer Smiles in Fargo reminds you not to rely on online dental […]
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to autopilot morning and night and get it over with. But Designer Smiles in Fargo has a question: are you doing it right? We ask this in all seriousness. There is always room for improvement, even in something as basic as brushing your teeth. Essential […]
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In this post from Designer Smiles in Fargo, we focus on behaviors that influence dental health. Of course, regular brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. […]
