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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…

Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva

Today we are going to discuss the complexity and importance of your saliva. This typically yucky substance is, in reality, a finely balanced body fluid that not only maintains dental health but also assists in the digestion of your food. So, without further ado, here are the main components of saliva. 1. Water. No surprise…

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Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile

Hi, I’m Art Mirelez of Mirelez Wellness Dental. If you are one of my patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My genuine team and I love taking care of our valued patients in the Fresno area. Today’s article is for smiles that are overdue for a cleaning…

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For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This

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…

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

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’…

Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health

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…

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Are Your Eating Habits Sabotaging Your Oral Health?

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…

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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…