Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are critical for optimal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a couple days after your dental cleaning, don’t worry about it. But, if the bleeding and tenderness […]
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What If My Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Dental Implants?
For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. But many dental insurance providers don’t cover teeth implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Clearly, dental insurance companies rarely make coverage decisions based on […]
Smile Transformations At Mirelez Wellness Dental
Hello friends of Mirelez Wellness Dental! Today’s article is for individuals who aren’t happy about their smile. Don’t Like Your Teeth? Common problems for patients include yellow teeth, misaligned teeth, too much or too little gum tissue, missing teeth, or damaged teeth. Few men and women have naturally stunning smiles, but those that practice proper […]
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging trail? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries are doing great? If you pictured a white, healthy smile or a […]
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive?
For those of you in the Clovis area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Mirelez Wellness Dental is here for you. Dentist Art Mirelez has been treating this common problem since 2003. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral […]
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or weakened bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are very efficient at eroding enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is pretty tough. But so are ice and hard candy, and […]
Are Your Eating Habits Sabotaging Your Oral Health?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Most Fresno residents know that frequently eating foods high in sugar can cause cavities. Therefore, it’s important to limit candy, soda, cookies, etc. Also, remember that frequency is as dangerous as the amount of sugar. Research has found that a higher frequency in sugar consumption may lead to demineralization more than the amount of sugar […]
The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections
The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a healthy immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re reviewing this […]
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that and take them for granted. At Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share some of the […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things Tooth enamel is the hardest part of the human body, but that doesn’t mean teeth are indestructible. Far from it! To keep them healthy and problem-free, the team at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA strongly recommends you avoid the following: 1. Hard Foods: […]
