Are You Putting Off A Needed Treatment?

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Pollard Dental

There is no time like the present to schedule an appointment for a dental treatment we may have recommended during your last visit to our office. Did we recommend a dental crown, but you have been hesitant to schedule treatment because you are unsure what the treatment entails? Delaying needed dental treatments, such as dental crowns, can lead to serious oral health complications and the need for additional treatments. We want to help explain the process of receiving a dental crown to help you feel more comfortable. Continue reading to learn more.

What to Know About Tooth Extractions

Pollard Dental, Restorative Dentistry

At Pollard Dental, we do everything in our power to save your natural teeth. However, unfortunately, that is not always possible. In certain circumstances, we need to make the difficult decision to extract a tooth. A tooth extraction is when the entire tooth structure, including the root, is fully removed. There can be a number of reasons that a tooth may need to be removed, including a medical condition, severe decay due to neglect, trauma, gum disease, and spacing issues before orthodontic treatment.

Another Exciting Milestone For Pollard Dental

Pollard Dental, Team

We love mentioning our team members when they are recognized with an exciting honor. We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Pollard has officially graduated from the prestigious Kois Center. You may be wondering what this esteemed honor means and how it relates to your care. Continue reading to learn more about the importance of the Kois Center and Dr. Pollard’s graduation.

Helpful Tips For A Child’s First Visit To The Dentist

Pediatric Dentistry, Pollard Dental

When you have a young child or loved one in your care there are many exciting milestones that are celebrated. This time of year is always a time of great excitement for those with young children. We think there is another exciting time in a young child’s life that we need to mention — their first dentist appointment. You might be surprised to learn that we recommend that a child visit our office for the first time no later than their first birthday. So, while you are planning the party, birthday pictures, and cake smash, be sure to call our office to schedule an appointment. We know that visiting the dentist can be a bit intimidating for the little ones (and sometimes their parents too), so we wanted to offer some tips to help make their first experience a little easier.

Don’t Let Stress Ruin Your Holidays!

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Pollard Dental

Now that Thanksgiving has passed, many of us have moved on to planning and getting into the spirit for the upcoming December holidays. While there is plenty of excitement in the air, there are certainly some stressors that can come into play around this time of year, especially with travel uncertainties, shipping delays that are being experienced across the country, and the overwhelming feeling of trying to fit everything on the to-do list in a few short weeks. The added stress can wreak havoc on not only your overall health, but your oral health as well. Continue reading to learn about how your stress levels can impact your oral health.

Tips for Healthy Teeth During The Holidays

General Dentistry, Pollard Dental

It’s hard to believe that November has arrived and the holiday season is right around the corner. One of the best parts of the holidays is the delicious foods and treats shared with family and friends. Last year, many plans had to be cancelled, changed, or postponed. Many of our patients have expressed their excitement about the plans they have over coming months. With all of the happy times and excitement, it can be hard to think about your oral health. We would hate for you or a loved one to experience a dental emergency over the holidays, so we want to take a moment and share some helpful tips to keep your mouth healthy during the upcoming holiday season.

Please Don’t Delay Your Dental Treatment Any Longer

General Dentistry, Pollard Dental

Did we recommend a dental treatment the last time you visited our office and you have yet to make your appointment? We know that schedules are busy, especially during this time of year. Between holiday activities, work, school schedules, sports, family time, and fun, schedules are jam packed. We want to encourage our patients who have been postponing a treatment to set some time aside and schedule an appointment today. The end of the year is quickly approaching, and there’s no better time to check this off your to-do list, because delaying dental treatments can have lasting effects on your oral health. Continue reading to learn more.

Root Canal Therapy – A Way to Save Your Tooth

General Dentistry, Patient Education, Pollard Dental

Dental treatments often get a bad rap thanks to scenes in movies and television shows that depict a dental experience gone wrong. Many times, root canals are the treatments performed or mentioned leaving many patients nervous when this effective tooth-saving treatment is suggested. We want to take a few moments and explain more about this treatment and why it can be the difference between saving or extracting your tooth.

Hygiene Visits Are Important In More Ways Than You May Know

General Dentistry, Pollard Dental

When was the last time you visited our office for a hygiene examination and cleaning? Has it been longer than six months? If so, we recommend calling today to schedule an appointment. When we provide hygiene examinations, we do more than just clean your teeth. We inspect for other conditions and diseases that can greatly affect not only your oral health, but your overall health as well. Read on to learn what we look for when we inspect your mouth.

Is Sedation Dentistry Right For You?

Pollard Dental, Sedation Dentistry

Do you feel extremely nervous about the dentist and avoid coming to our office altogether? If this describes you, then you are not alone. Millions of Americans experience some form of dental anxiety, which keeps them from receiving the care and treatment they need for optimum oral health. When you repeatedly delay or cancel dentist visits, it creates a vicious cycle of avoidance, leading to potential dental emergencies and lengthy treatments, which brings back the nervous feelings and avoidance again. If dental anxiety is a concern for you or a loved one, we offer sedation dentistry at our office to help you get the care you need.