Lexington Smiles

05/14/2026

Dental Health During Pregnancy:
Growing a human is a full-body workout, and believe it or not, your teeth and gums are part of the process! 🦷✨Hormonal changes during pregnancy can increase your risk for certain dental issues. Learn more here about what to be aware of in dental health during pregnancy!

💡 Quick Tip: Always let your dentist know you’re pregnant! Most routine care is perfectly safe (and recommended) during pregnancy.

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05/10/2026

05/03/2026

🦷 May is National Dental Care Month! 🦷
Your smile is one of your greatest assets! This month is all about prioritizing your oral health. Remember the "Golden Trio":
✅ Brush twice a day for two minutes ⏱️
✅ Floss daily (yes, every day!) 🧵
✅ Schedule your professional cleaning every 6 months 🗓️
A healthy smile leads to a healthy body! ✨

During the month of May, National Dental Care Month takes time to remind us of the importance of caring for our pearly whites.

04/26/2026

An Overview of Gum Disease:
Gum inflammation (gingivitis) often leads to periodontitis (gum disease). Almost half of adults ages 30 and older have signs of gum disease. About 9% of adults have severe gum disease.

Learn how oral hygiene, regular dental checkups, and early detection play pivotal roles in maintaining dental health... https://wb.md/4clVCEE

04/19/2026

Sensitive Teeth - Explained:
Sensitive teeth can cause pain when eating or drinking hot, cold or sweet foods. It might point to an issue like gum disease, cavities or a cracked tooth - A dentist can help figure out the cause and offer relief. Find out what treatments are available... https://cle.clinic/4vMmzLR

04/15/2026

We are so excited to announce that we are collecting books for a 📚 BOOK DRIVE 📚 in conjunction with our year-end recital “Once Upon a Time!”

🗓️ When: April 20 - April 30
📍 Where: 126 Walker Street, Lexington
📖 What: New or gently used books

We will also be accepting book donations during the recital “Once Upon a Time” at VMI’s Gillis Theater on May 9 & 10.

Thank you for helping us give the gift of reading to our community. ❤️

04/13/2026

15 Ways to Get Rid of Halitosis:
Since halitosis is a sign of underlying oral or physical health issues, getting rid of it means getting at the root causes of this condition. Dental and medical treatments, changing lifestyle habits, medications, and surgeries can all play a role in getting rid of bad breath for good.
Find way on how to get rid of chronic bad breath here.

For occasional bad breath, try adding mouthwash to your flossing and rinsing routine. Find way on how to get rid of chronic bad breath here.

04/05/2026

Best wishes for a Happy Easter!🐣

04/02/2026

VIDEO - How To Floss Properly:
We all know flossing is critical to our dental health, so let's take a moment and take a quick refresher on how to do it properly - Your teeth and gums will thank you! 😁

Flossing teeth is a quick way to clean your teeth and gum effectively. Learn how to floss properly and the types of floss you should use here.

03/30/2026

Why Is My Gum Swollen Around One Tooth?
If your gums are swollen around one tooth, you're probably wondering why. Is there an underlying condition causing the swelling? Here we'll take a look at what causes swollen gums, how to treat gum swelling, and when you should see a dentist and offer tips to help prevent gum inflammation in the future.

Discover the causes and treatments for swollen gum around one tooth. Get insights on symptoms, prevention, and when to seek dental care.

03/17/2026

May good luck be with you today and always!