How Well Have You Been Brushing Your Teeth?

How well have you been brushing your teeth? As a habit that you should be practicing at least twice daily, would you say that you are doing an excellent job brushing your teeth? Although many people take extra care to brush their teeth correctly, they fail to remember to take care of their brush as well. Here are few hints... read more »

Dental Sealants Can Be Effective at Fighting Tooth Decay

Tooth decay can have serious ramifications to your oral health and function. If a large cavity forms, it can be troublesome in the short and long term. This can be an especially dangerous problem for the large molars and premolars in the back of your mouth. Many times, these teeth have deep pits and fissures in the tooth enamel on... read more »

A Toothache Usually Requires Professional Care

Toothaches can be painful and worrisome. They are almost always a symptom of a far more serious oral condition. This is even more likely to be the case if you’re experiencing pressure or pain in the gums as this could be a sign that a serious infection is forming within the dental socket. At the first sign of toothache discomfort,... read more »

Be on the Lookout for These Cavity Symptoms

Dr. Sean Ferguson treats a lot of patients who come into Ferguson & Associates, DDS with cavities. In many of these cases, the patients were aware they had cavities before their appointment. In other instances, they weren’t so sure. Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if your symptoms indicate you have a cavity. Because we care about our patients,... read more »

Cavities Can Cause These Symptoms

Cavities are one the most common issues for which Dr. Scott Ferguson gives treatment. In the majority of these cases, it was easy to tell that the patient had a cavity. There are some instances where it isn’t so clear. Because it can be difficult to tell sometimes whether or not you may have a cavity, we offer this small... read more »

How to Deal With Bad Breath

Brushing and flossing are very important to the health of your teeth. Brushing and flossing can also help you keep your breath fresh. However, did you know that there are several reasons that you could have bad breath? For example, did you know that tobacco use, some medications, oral infections, and even injury could even lead to bad breath? Luckily,... read more »

Flossing

Would it surprise you to learn that there are a few things you should do if you want to keep your teeth strong and healthy? For example, you may know how important it is to brush and floss your teeth consistently—but did you know that inadequate flossing could actually affect your overall health? For instance, you’ve probably been told that... read more »

Basic Care Instructions for Maintaining a Partial Denture

A partial denture is essentially an abbreviated version of dentures that is designed by Dr. Sean Ferguson to replicate your missing teeth. Providing it with quality, daily care will increase your partial’s lifespan and preserve the investment in your improved oral function. Many partial wearers use denture adhesive for an extra-secure hold. This also has the added benefit of helping... read more »

Dental Veneers Can Provide You with an Easy-to-Maintain Smile

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you when you walk into a room. If it’s been married by physical imperfections or significant staining problems, it can impact your self-confidence and leave you looking for cosmetic dental solutions. Here at our office, one of the most effective methods our dentists offer for restoring your smile is... read more »

Bleeding Gums: The Facts

You probably know that you should brush your teeth every day for two minutes at a time. You also know that you should floss every day. Have you ever been told that bleeding gums is a normal part of caring for your pearly whites? Sadly, this isn’t true. In fact, bleeding gums could actually indicate more serious issues. One of... read more »