Dr Matthew Logan DDS

10/23/2023

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09/06/2023

Your tooth enamel may be the hardest part of your body, but that doesn't mean it's impervious to abrasion or erosion. Plus, it is one of the only parts of your body that doesn't regenerate, meaning proper care is vital to making enamel last.

Have you ever wondered about tooth enamel? What is it? How important is it? How can you protect it? Here are the answers to all of your enamel questions.

09/04/2023

Want to learn a little more about your teeth? 🦷

Read about the different types of teeth and their functions at health.https://www.verywellhealth.com/teeth-names-5212767

09/01/2023

Did you know? Your toothbrush is home to more than 100 million bacteria!

However, you don’t get sick regularly because your mouth is also home to hundreds of millions of bacteria. Your body is very effective at fighting off these germs, but if you don’t change your toothbrush regularly, you might catch an illness.

08/30/2023

Like any kind of medical emergency, dental emergencies can be painful and scary. Common problems that will require an urgent trip to the dentist include:
• A broken or cracked tooth
• An abscessed tooth
• Losing a tooth knocked in an accident

If you experience a dental emergency, give our office a call.

08/28/2023

Question: When do you need a mouth guard?

Answer: Any time you participate in sports!

According to the ADA, more than 200,000 oral injuries are prevented each year by wearing a mouth guard. This is why you need a mouth guard while playing a sport.

08/25/2023

Many people want a whiter smile, so how do you choose the best teeth whitening system for you? Find out what will work best for your smile! 😄😁

Many people want a whiter smile, so how to you choose the best teeth whitening system for you? Find out more about teeth whitening systems here.

08/23/2023

Drinking plenty of water every day is not only good for your overall health, but your oral health as well! 💦

Being hydrated helps maintain a healthy saliva flow. Saliva allows food particles to move through your mouth, preventing most of them from lodging in your teeth.

08/08/2023

Here we see Dr. Matt showing off a hat a patient had made. What a good sport!!

07/31/2023

Smiles are like medicine! 😄

A genuine smile helps to boost your immune system, so don't forget to smile today!

07/28/2023

While mouthwash can be an effective way to kill missed bacteria, some mouthwash isn't for everybody. If you find that typical mouthwash dries out your mouth, leaving you with inexplicably bad breath, try an alcohol-free mouthwash. These are less likely to leave you with cotton-mouth and have the added perk of less burn.

07/26/2023

Losing the first tooth is a big deal for a child, but shouldn't be a scary milestone. In fact, the chance to score big with the Tooth Fairy should leave anyone looking forward to losing their teeth...unless they're your permanent ones!

After your child loses their first, however, be sure to include these steps in caring for the empty socket prior to the permanent tooth's eruption.