Teeth grinding is a common issue among people of all ages. Formally called bruxism,, it’s bad for the teeth and can lead to other problems. We keep an eye out for it at every checkup, at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno. Bruxism is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. […]
Dental health
Let’s Work Together To Keep Your Smile Healthy And Beautiful
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno, we remind our patients that good dental health is the result of two things: what we do in our office and what you do at home. We recommend regular cleanings and checkups here at the office: on average, every six months. Your teeth get a thorough cleaning, and we examine […]
How To Choose A Dentist
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Looking for a new dentist? Maybe you’re new in town, or maybe you’re just looking for a change. Whatever the reason, Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno has some suggestions you may find useful. It isn’t a decision you want to make lightly. Ideally you should establish a relationship that you can count on for years […]
Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
In this post from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno, we’ll get right to the point. While tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are popular and even commonplace, there are lots of reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears. Here are five really good ones: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places you […]
When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Smile
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Life gets busy for all of us, and at times there just aren’t enough hours in the day. Maybe you’ve been putting off fixing a leaky faucet for as long as you can remember. Lots of things get put on the back burner, but at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno, we urge you not to […]
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
In this post from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno, we explore some specifics about brushing your teeth. One key to getting the most out of your toothpaste is getting plenty of foam when brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then brushing at a 45 degree angle. The foam […]
Why Your Child Needs Pediatric Dental Cleanings
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
In this post from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno, we look at children’s dental cleanings. Does your child need a professional dental cleaning if you practice dental hygiene at home? Short answer? Yes. Both are important. They reinforce each other. They work in tandem to protect your son or daughter’s smile as they grow. We […]
Implants vs. Bridges: Know The Facts
Categories: Dental health, Dental Implants
In this blog post from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno we’re going to talk about dental bridges, and how they stack up against dental implants. While dental bridges have restored smiles for generations, they are not without drawbacks. One is keeping them clean. Many people find it all but impossible to keep the small areas around […]
Let Us Ease Your Dental Anxiety
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In both, […]
Brush Up On Proper Brushing For Kids
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Parent should brush their children’s teeth until the child has enough manual dexterity to do a good job on their own. Our experience at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno is that age six or seven is about right. When that day finally arrives, you want to be sure your youngster is, in fact, doing a […]
