You Won’t Be Out Cold (Unless You Want To Be!)

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Does your heart start pounding at the slightest thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you pass a dental practice? Many men and women who have improved their smile with cosmetic dentistry or underwent extensive restoration procedures chose to use sedation. Though the terms ‘sleep dentistry’ and ‘oral conscious sedation’ […]

The 4 Stages of Gum Disease

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You may be wondering why occasionally your gums are red and swollen, or your breath is bad. Maybe you’re just concerned about improving your dental health and want to be more aware for your next appointment. Learn about the four stages of gum disease you may be overlooking when thinking of your comprehensive oral health […]

Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health

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 adolescent dental issues

If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s Mirelez Wellness Dental post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Fresno teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At Mirelez Wellness Dental, we see tooth decay and gum disease far too often in […]

Are Your Eating Habits Sabotaging Your Oral Health?

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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 […]

Bad Breath Is No Fun

Bad Breath Is No Fun For Fresno Residents

This post from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA takes on an unpleasant topic: bad breath. Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile […]

Is Grandpa Smiling?

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How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of those who are sixty-five and over? Well, at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA, we have some good news and bad news. The Good News: Tooth decay rates in older Americans has decreased in the past thirty years. The Bad News: 25% of […]

Just Chill

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There are lots of people whose stress levels begin to rise whenever its time for their next dental checkup. Some are even inclined to skip the dentist altogether, but with sedation dentistry from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA it doesn’t have to be that way. Trust us: skipping the dentist due to anxiety is […]

You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath

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Chronic bad breath can happen even when you do everything right: brushing and flossing after meals, using mouthwash, and having regular checkups at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA. If you are doing everything right but still coping with bad breath, don’t make any changes right away. Brushing longer and more forcefully isn’t likely to […]

Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?

Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For Fresno Dental Patients?

A condition known as dry mouth is fairly common, and has some common causes. It can be really uncomfortable, and can also pose a threat to your dental health. Here are some tips from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STO-me-ah. Some of its […]