Myths are defined as widely held but false beliefs or ideas. They exist for practically any subject you can imagine. There are television shows created to explore the variety of myths that exist. Did you know there are myths about oral cancer? At Sehnert Precision Dentistry, we want to clear up some oral cancer myths.…
There is a smile-changer first used to give movie stars a beautiful smile on screen. I bet you’re thinking, “Okay great for the Hollywood crowd, but can it help me?” Yes, just because the original use was for Hollywood actors doesn’t mean it’s out of reach for you. This is a great solution for cosmetic…
The air is buzzing with excitement. You’re busy making your holiday travel plans. There are checklists for all the things that need to happen before you leave home. You’ve got everything under control and you’re prepared for everything. Well, almost everything. What would you do if you had a dental emergency during your holiday travels?…
You need to know this about the over-the-counter option Truly, I understand. The holiday season is fast approaching and you want to put your best smile forward. A quick win to boost your confidence and appearance is a whiter smile. Wait a minute, not so fast. Before you rush to the drugstore to pick up…
Creating beautiful smiles is a team effort. Sure, we’ve got state-of-the-art technology and continue our education in order to stay on top of new advances in dentistry, but without the Sehnert Precision Dentistry team, none of that would matter. One particular team member we’re grateful to have on board is our hygienist Holly. As someone…
Halloween is around the corner, which means that it’s time to pick out candy for the neighborhood kids. There is a lot to think about: It can’t be something that will tempt you, yet it needs to be something that the trick-or-treaters will enjoy without making their parents “forget” to invite you to the next…
You approach one of your co-workers to ask about a new procedure. As soon as you start talking, they back away. You don’t want everyone to hear your conversation, so you take one step closer, only to have them step farther away. What’s going on here? Could it be that you have (*GASP*) … bad…
You know that you should come in for a cleaning and examination every six months, but you keep forgetting to schedule your appointment. You always remember at night — when you’re brushing and flossing — but by morning, your mind is on other things. It’s not really a big deal, right? After all, you do…
It’s 3:30 and you’re thirsty. It’s too late for coffee, but you’re tired of plain old water. Then you remember that you bought some of that AMAZING carbonated water the last time you went grocery shopping. It’s free of calories, sodium, sugar, and artificial sweeteners, so it can’t possibly be bad for you, right? Not…
When my patients find out they’re going to lose a tooth, they can’t help but feel panicked. What will they look like, what will others think, and how will their lives be affected? They also have to make a decision about what tooth replacement method will work best for them. See, even if someone loses…
