The most common times people brush their teeth are morning and night, either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. But sometimes hiccups in the schedule can knock you off a well-established routine. At Jurich Dental Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio, we have some thoughts on that. Sometimes after dinner isn’t …
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to autopilot and get it done. But Jurich Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio 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. …
Tooth decay remains the most important issue in dental health, and it affects people of all ages. At Jurich Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio we are committed to preventing tooth decay in our patients. It can be an uphill battle sometimes. Tooth decay is caused by bacteria. It merges with plaque and …
For most of us, getting a cavity filled may not be the highlight of the day. But thanks to modern anesthesia, like what we use at Jurich Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio, it’s more an inconvenience than anything else. Some people, though, are resistant to local anesthesia like lidocaine. That makes something …
Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, and this can contribute to poor dental health. At Jurich Dental Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio we recommend a new toothbrush every three months or so. How often you replace your toothbrush depends, of course, on how often you use it. We …
In this post from Jurich Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio, we’re going to discuss mouthwash. Many people use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help prevent tooth decay. While some mouthwash has cavity-fighting additives, it should never be considered a substitute for brushing your teeth. Good dental health is centered on regular …
Sometimes our patients wonder why, with all the developments in dentistry, we still send you home with a complimentary toothbrush and roll of floss after a checkup at Jurich Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio. It’s true, they do seem a little old-fashioned in our high-tech world. But don’t let their simplicity fool …
This message from Jurich Dental Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio focuses on a very serious issue: oral cancer. Oral cancer claims tens of thousands of lives each year, which is why we offer oral cancer screenings at each checkup. Early detection can make all the difference! At home, you can pay attention for …
Do you have a sweet tooth? Join the club. For many of our patients at Jurich Dental Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in San Antonio, it’s not realistic to recommend avoiding sugary treats. If you fit that category, here is something useful to know: eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. …
To maintain good dental health, your teeth need a lot of good ol’-fashioned TLC. But even when we do our best, bacteria can sneak in and cause tooth decay. At William J. Stewart Jr. in San Antonio, we are happy to take care of your dental issues. Few of us go through life without getting …
