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If you’re planning on retiring in the next 5 years, congratulations! This is the perfect time to start prioritizing your dental care. Many people wait until they’re about to retire to try and squeeze in needed dental work.This can be a bad financial strategy, as many dental procedures take a length of time, and require … Read more
Annual X-ray imaging (radiographs) can be a hard subject to talk about in the dental office, with many people not understanding the importance of updating radiographs. For some, the need for X-rays is every 18-24 months, but this is not the standard. The need for radiographs is in part, based on your risk for developing … Read more
Understanding Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs) A temporomandibular disorder (TMD) causes pain or tenderness in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) of the jaw. The TMJ, a complex joint, enables us to chew, swallow, yawn, and speak. This joint works in conjunction with the surrounding muscles and ligaments and has a wide range of movement. TMDs affect approximately 33% … Read more
Oral Health Concerns for Older Adults Over the last 80 years, average life expectancy has increased dramatically due to advancements in medical technology. By 2030, the last of the Baby Boomers will turn 65, and older individuals will account for 20% of our population1. While this longevity is positive, it also presents new challenges as … Read more
Summer Teeth Whitening: Options and Safety Summer is upon us, and many people are starting to think about whitening their teeth. Although certain considerations exist, almost anyone can whiten their teeth. We offer several different options here at Reflection Dentistry. This month, we’ll focus on those options and the safety of tooth whitening. Is it … Read more
Happy New Year! Each year many of us contemplate how we can make the new year better than the last. Many people have health resolutions at the top of their list for improvement. Most recurring resolutions include, exercising more, losing weight, eating more healthily and taking a more active approach to health. It’s great that … Read more
