Dental Trends To Avoid

Patient Education, Smiles by Holsinger & Higgins

With the popularity of social media, it seems that trends are continuously popping up, and people are eager to try them all. Beauty, cooking and home decor trends are always fun to try because, for the most part, if it doesn’t work out, there is no harm caused. The problem with viral trends is when they can negatively impact a person’s health. There have been some trends over the years that offer a promise to improve the appearance of teeth or overall wellness but can cause lasting damage. If you are unhappy with the state of your oral health, we know there can be some intrigue in trying one of the trends you may see. While it might be tempting to give these ideas a try, we are here to tell you that pretty much every trend you see on social media related to dental health is not a good idea. Here are some dental trends to avoid:

You Too Can Experience Stress-Free Dental Care

Sedation Dentistry, Smiles by Holsinger & Higgins

Do you know you are overdue for a hygiene examination but are struggling to get the nerve to call our office? Or have we recommended a dental treatment to restore your oral health and you are afraid to receive treatment? If either of these scenarios sounds like you, you most likely suffer from dental anxiety or dental phobia. These are very real feelings that can cause patients to avoid the dentist for months, years, and even decades at a time. Dental care is important for your oral health as well as your overall health. We offer a solution to help patients get the dental care they need while keeping them in a relaxed state throughout treatment. Does this sound like something that may benefit you or a loved one? Continue reading to learn more.