Michele Bright DDS PA

07/04/2017

From our families to yours, Have a safe and Happy Fourth of July!!!

06/18/2017

06/14/2017

A lifetime of healthy teeth and gums begins at birth.

Dental hygiene begins days after a child is born. Learn how to care for a baby's mouth before the teeth appear and what to expect during teething.

06/07/2017

Did you know......
over 70% of Americans would rather grocery shop than floss their teeth??

While flossing only takes a few minutes, grocery shopping can easily take over an hour! Taking just a few minutes to floss can greatly help your overall dental wellness.

05/31/2017

Summer is here! Don't forget to take care of your teeth before you head off for vacation. Call (979) 836-5236 to book an appointment with us today!

05/29/2017

We live in the land of the free because of the brave. Thank you to all who serve our country!

05/24/2017

Have a great Wednesday!

05/17/2017

Are you fighting bad breath?

Bad breath is often caused by a buildup of bacteria in your mouth that causes inflammation and gives off noxious odors or gases that smell like sulfur or worse!

Studies have shown that about 80% of bad breath comes from an oral source. For instance, cavities or gum disease can lead to bad breath, as can tonsils that have trapped food particles; cracked fillings, and less-than-clean dentures.

Several internal medical conditions also can cause your breath to go downhill fast. They include diabetes, liver disease, respiratory tract infections, and chronic bronchitis. You'll want to see your doctor to rule out things like acid reflux, postnasal drip, and other causes of chronic dry mouth.

One thing that has shown to help keep bad breath away is to keep your scheduled dental appointments. It's ideal to have a dental check-up at least once every six months.

Good oral hygiene also is key to fighting bad breath. Ideally, you should brush and floss after every meal to help reduce the odor-causing bacteria in your mouth. While a regular toothbrush works just as well if you use it as recommended, it is recommended to use an electric toothbrush, for two reasons.

1) Many electric toothbrushes have timers on them and the majority of people do not brush their teeth for the right length of time.
2) Electric toothbrushes distribute a uniform motion, which I find helps remove plaque more efficiently than when my patients use manual toothbrushes.

Thank you to webmd.com for these helpful hints!