DeFelice Dentistry – Your Spokane Vitamin Supplement Provider for Healthy Teeth and Gums Teeth are the hardest structure in the human body and are meant to last a lifetime. Keeping them healthy is crucial to longevity and proper nutrition, well into our “Golden Years.†Teeth that are properly cared for should not develop holes or […]
If you have noticed a problem with chronic bad breath, or halitosis, consider adding a tongue scraper to your oral hygiene routine. Brushing and flossing your teeth, while ignoring the large mass of soft tissue called the tongue, can be a big mistake. The tongue has tons of little crevices and nooks where odor-causing bacteria […]
Exciting new product! Introducing X-ray Gard, a homeopathic remedy traditionally used pre and post radiation exposure. I’ve been searching for an easy to use, high quality product for years, and finally found this one out of Australia. Radiation is everywhere in our environment and is unavoidable. We use low exposure digital x-rays in our office […]
Bruxism (grinding) is a habit that affects millions of us. Left untreated, it can cause tooth damage, jaw pain, soreness when opening and closing, biting pain, sensitive teeth, headaches, ear pain, pain in the face and headaches. People who grind or clench often wake up with a sore jaw and have a square appearance to […]
Periodontal Disease Have you ever wondered what is really going on in your mouth? To most of us, it seems like a mystery. I wonder the same thing when I bring my car into the shop for a tune-up and ask, “What is going on under the hood?†When you come in for a hygiene […]
Working in dentistry, we are accustomed to looking in our patient’s mouth and evaluating their health. We often ask ourselves important questions about the health of your teeth, your gums and the structures that support them. We are looking for signs of disease, inflammation, decay, or infection that can have an impact much more far […]
Drinking lemon juice—or perhaps a little lemon wedge in your tea or water always tastes refreshing in the summer. But lemon juice puts you at risk for tooth erosion. Tooth erosion is a dental condition where the thin, protective layer of enamel slowly wears away. Lemon juice contains acid, which will slowly destroy the hard […]
Most of us love summer. With the long and hot days, it can be a great time to enjoy the variety of fruits and vegetables in season and boost dental health. Feasting on good stuff full of vitamins and nutrients rather than processed foods like hotdogs and empty carbs like potato chips will help promote […]
1.) Do not use your teeth as tools! My kids always make fun of me for telling them that repeatedly, but it’s true! Teeth are designed to break down food for your stomach, not open bottles, chew ice, or hold your keys. These habits can be very harmful for your teeth and cost you a […]
