November is Diabetes Awareness Month
Whether you have type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes, managing your blood sugar level is key. The higher your blood sugar level, the higher your risk of tooth decay (cavities), early gum disease (gingivitis), advanced gum disease (periodontitis), thrush, and dry mouth (xerostomia). To help prevent damage to your teeth and gums, it’s important to take diabetes and dental care seriously. Some tips to help with your diabetes include: monitoring your blood sugar levels, brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss your teeth at least once a day, schedule regular dental visits, tell your dentist if you have diabetes, look for early signs of gum disease, and don’t smoke. For more information on diabetes and your oral health, click on the link: Diabetes and Oral Health | Diabetes | CDC
Flexible Financing Options for Your Dental Care
We believe finances shouldn't stand in the way of a healthy, beautiful smile! That's why our office offers two convenient financing options to help make your dental care more affordable.
CareCredit is a healthcare credit card that allows you to pay for dental treatments over time. Our office offers 6-month deferred interest financing, giving you additional flexibility when managing the cost of your care. If the promotional balance is paid in full within six months, no interest is charged.
Cherry offers flexible payment plans that allow you to break the cost of your dental treatment into smaller, more manageable payments. With a quick application process and a variety of payment options, including qualifying 0% APR plans, Cherry makes it easier to fit dental care into your budget.
Whether you choose CareCredit or Cherry, our team is happy to help you explore your options so you can get the dental care you need without putting your smile on hold!
*Financing is subject to credit approval and eligibility. Promotional terms, interest rates, and repayment options vary. Please ask our team for details.
For Our College Students…
For many of us, November means the holidays are quickly approaching and the year is coming to an end. Your homes will be filled with family and friends gathered for celebrations. This means your college students are coming home for their winter breaks! Make sure to call us and schedule their checkup appointments while they are in town!
Did you Take your Pre-Meds??
Lately, we have been having some of our patients come in for their dental appointment, and forgetting to take their antibiotics one hour prior to their appointment. Although we have Amoxicillin and Clindamycin in our office in case a patient forgets to premedicate before coming here, please understand that we are charging a fee of $15 for the medication. If you need a prescription called into your pharmacy before your appointment, please call our office ahead of time, and we will be happy to call one in for you.
Fun Fact
Surprisingly, teeth are not bones. Teeth and bones are similar because they both contain calcium, phosphorus, and collagen, which make them strong and hard. Both have living tissues, blood supplies, and can be damaged by injury or disease. However, bones can heal and repair themselves, while teeth cannot naturally regrow enamel.