Yes—you really do. A toothbrush can only clean the front and back surfaces of the teeth, which is about 50–60% of the plaque in your mouth. The remaining plaque hides between the teeth, and floss is the only way to reach it. If we skip flossing, we’re leaving behind almost half of the bacteria every day. A common misconception is... read more »

Yes—you really do. Every time we eat, the natural bacteria in our mouth use that food to produce acid, and that acid softens and weakens enamel. Brushing removes the food source, reduces the bacteria, and helps your teeth recover before that acid damage becomes a cavity. Sugar makes this process much faster. Each time you eat something sweet, the mouth... read more »

In dentistry, problems don’t reverse on their own. Teeth don’t regenerate, so once decay or damage begins, it slowly continues. Treating an issue early almost always means something simpler, less expensive, and far more comfortable for you. Whether you need this treatment comes down to what we’re seeing clinically. Some things can safely be watched, but others—like cavities, fractures, or... read more »

Are you prepared to enhance your smile through upgraded oral health care techniques? If you have any questions about your oral health care techniques, you'll want to visit your dentist routinely for regular checkups and exams. Furthermore, always speak with your dentist about product recommendations and suggestions. In addition to visiting our dentistss for regular checkups, you may want to... read more »

Believe it or not, but your teeth can be just as sensitive to your diet as your waistline. Does that sound a bit crazy? Probably, but sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction. However, it’s easy to learn what food your teeth will love, and what food will damage them. There’s already enough you have to fight against to keep... read more »

Are you new to dentures? If so, you are not alone. Dentures are a common way to restore your teeth if you have suffered tooth loss. However, being new to dentures may inspire questions on how to care for them, so your dentures can last for many years. To help you with this transition, your dentists, Dr. Lyndel Stripling and... read more »

  Never be afraid to enhance your smile with a tooth replacement. Although replacing missing teeth can be daunting sometimes, it is essential to repair any damage that has been done. Missing teeth can cause severe oral ailments to arise and can further worsen the health of your smile. Thus, a tooth replacement such as a dental bridge, also referred... read more »

  Assessing your oral health care often involves oral health care prevention planning. Your smile is only as safe as you keep it. However, damage may be occurring to your smile, and you may be completely unaware of it. For this reason, it is always important to inspect your smile very closely. Periodontal disease, also frequently known as gum disease... read more »

  If you have any damage due to broken teeth, it is important to consider a tooth restoration that not only treats the damage but prevents future damage from occurring. In addition, it is wise to think about tooth restorations that can dramatically improve the look of a tooth as well. One highly effective treatment you can look into is... read more »

All of us at Lake Highlands Dental are fascinated by teeth to the point that we decided to dedicate thousands of hours of training and our entire careers to them. “Why”, you ask? In short, teeth are strong, valuable, and astounding parts of our bodies. Here’s the more detailed answer as to why we love teeth: 1. Teeth are your... read more »