5 Common Dental Problems

2024-10-09T09:07:07-04:00May 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, General Dentistry|Tags: , |

The best way to maintain a healthy smile and avoid common dental problems is by brushing your teeth twice a day for two full minutes, flossing, eating healthy foods, and keeping up with regular checkups at your dentist’s office. These basic preventative measures will go a long way toward keeping your smile healthy. However, [...]

Cleaning Tips for Braces

2024-10-09T10:02:02-04:00January 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, General Dentistry|Tags: , |

With braces, it is more important than ever to keep your teeth and gums their healthiest. Fortunately, we have some great cleaning tips for braces. Braces and other orthodontic appliances create more opportunities for food particles and bacteria to collect and thrive. Getting braces requires adopting a new oral hygiene routine, good habits and [...]

Know the Symptoms of Gum Disease

2022-07-19T16:24:09-04:00November 1st, 2019|Categories: Blog, General Dentistry|Tags: , |

When we think about keeping our mouths healthy, we most often focus on preventing cavities. Cavity prevention is important but it's equally important to prevent gum disease. Anthony Martin Dentistry provides education about gum disease, the treatment and causes during every patient visit. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research describes gum disease like [...]

The Importance of Regular Dental Check-ups

2024-10-09T12:43:37-04:00May 1st, 2019|Categories: Blog, General Dentistry|Tags: , , |

Have you ever wondered why the American Dental Association) recommend regular dental check-ups every six months? It’s because regular dental hygiene visits are essential for healthy teeth and gums. In addition, it's important that you work to keep your teeth and gums healthy between those examinations. Regular Dental Check-Ups At Anthony Martin Dentistry During [...]

The Facts About Fillings

2024-10-09T13:03:34-04:00January 2nd, 2019|Categories: Blog, Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry|Tags: , |

Fillings are a type of dental care that has existed in some form for thousands of years. Cavities in the teeth must be filled in order to keep them from getting larger and spreading decay. Ancient skeletal remains have been found with the cavities filled with beeswax. Today, dentists and their patients have more [...]

Expertise.com Names Dr. Martin in the Top 11 Dentists

2026-01-26T09:44:02-05:00March 1st, 2018|Categories: Blog|Tags: , |

Anthony Martin Dentistry is proud to announce that we have been chosen as one of the top 11 dental providers in Newport News by Expertise.com! Expertise.com’s goal is to connect the community with the best service providers in the area, and we are so pleased to be recognized as one of the best! Expertise.com [...]

Flossing Facts…Did you Know?

2024-10-09T08:26:33-04:00January 2nd, 2018|Categories: Blog, General Dentistry|Tags: , , |

Dentists routinely recommend flossing as a valuable part of oral health care. When performed properly, using dental floss to remove debris between teeth and at the gum line is safe and beneficial. A daily regime of flossing helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath. 8 Fun Flossing Facts There is evidence that [...]

How Smoking Affects Your Teeth and Gums

2024-10-09T08:40:48-04:00October 1st, 2017|Categories: Blog, General Dentistry|Tags: , , |

Everyone knows that smoking tobacco has long term physical health ramifications.  Doctors have been saying for decades that quitting this bad habit will add years to your life expectancy.  It also has ramifications for oral health as well.  Tobacco contains irritants that inflame the sensitive tissues of your mouth and increase your chances of [...]

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