Dr. Pence and the American Dental Association recommend two minutes as a minimum time for brushing. Most individuals think they brush that long but would be surprised if they actually set a timer. Most of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Pence Family Dentistry offers preventative dentistry. We work with our patients to …
In today’s post, we will focus on critical behaviors that impact oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two critical habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to preserve a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is needed …
Are you or a family member nervous about going to the dentist? Has a past experience with pain or discomfort caused you to start panicking when you think about having your teeth worked on? Have you neglected going to the dentist and fear the amount of work that might need to be carried out? If …
If you have claustrophobia, you pass on cave exploration. If you have acrophobia (fear of heights), you avoid sky diving. In either case, you can live a fulfilling life without engaging in these activities. What if you have dentophobia or a fear of the dentist? (Yes, it’s a real thing with an official name.) This …
People that experience dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be challenging, but a …
There is no doubt that a healthy, pleasing smile positively influences one’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. A beautiful healthy smile also affects our personal relationships. When we smile, we appear (and feel!) younger and more attractive. Research has shown that smiling also helps reduce stress, increase …
Most dental patients know that cosmetic, restorative and orthodontic dentistry procedures improve the appearance of your smile. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, fix damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you understand how much gum shape adds or detracts from the appearance of your smile? …
Perhaps getting everything lined up for a breathtaking smile can take a bit of finagling. Maybe you’re interested in sedation dentistry. At Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS, Dr. Dale Behner is commonly seen working miracles on all types of smiles. Here are 4 ways to get all your ducks (or teeth) …
Today’s post provides specifics about some of the newest types of braces. Two proprietary orthodontic systems advertised in the Indianapolis area are In-House and Damon Smiles. Damon Smiles has created a new device used with the conventional method while In-House takes an entirely new approach. With old-school metal braces, the wires are connected to the …
In Fishers, Indiana a dentist’s office is sometimes seen as a painful and scary place. Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS located at 9744 Lantern Rd Fishers, Indiana 46037 tries to discourage that image with friendly staff and qualified dentists. However, endodontic therapy, a dental procedure commonly known as a root canal, …
