The answer is yes, if you are chewing the right kind of gum. When it comes to chewing gum, it depends on the type of gum that makes a difference in whether it is harmful to your teeth. Chewing gum that contains sugar may increase your chances of developing cavities. Chewing sugar-free gum that is sweetened with xylitol actually has the opposite effect. Sugar-free gum can actually help clean your teeth. Studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum after drinks and meals can help clean the acids released by the bacteria in plaque. A combination of chewing and the flavors of the artificial swee ..read more

Even if you have a regular oral care routine, your teeth may become stained over time. Unfortunately, many of the things we love to eat and drink regularly can be some of the biggest contributors to tooth discoloration – some of those being coffee, tea, soda, red wine, and chocolate. The good news is, tooth discoloration is treatable and preventable, so you don’t have to cut out your favorite foods! Learn more about tooth discoloration, and easy steps to prevent it below. There are three different categories when it comes to tooth discoloration: extrinsic, intrinsic, and age-rel ..read more

Brushing your teeth is engraved into your mind as a habitual task to perform twice a day no matter what, but do you maintain this same consistency when it comes to brushing your tongue? Most people don’t realize that if you neglect the tongue from your daily regimen of good oral hygiene, then you’re only doing half the job at removing the bacteria from your mouth. Throughout the day, your tongue’s taste buds, crevices, and elevations collect bacteria that remain hidden unless physically removed. At Reimels Miller & Paterra Dentistry, we advise our patients to brush their ton ..read more

Do you bite your nails without even thinking about it? Whether it be due to anxiety, boredom, or another factor, nail-biting is a common habit that many people resort to automatically. An avid nail biter is most likely aware of the negative effects this repetitive behavior has on the physical appearance and health of his/her nails. While these are valid concerns, nail biters often fail to consider the compromise to their dental health. The habit of biting your nails puts additional stress on your teeth because they are constantly being used at all times. It is inevitable that&nb ..read more

When it comes to morning routines, most people like to start the day off with a cup of coffee. Coffee helps give you that boost of energy, and causes you to feel more alert and energized to take on the day. Some might even reach for a second cup when they feel that afternoon slump. While coffee is a great way to increase alertness and energy, it has its drawbacks when it comes to your oral health. Here are a few things you should know about the beloved caffeinated drink and how it can impact your teeth. Coffee has a type of polyphenol called tannins. Tannins are a type of plant ..read more

With millions of people left jobless due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals are seeking budget-friendly dental care. At Reimels Miller & Paterra Dentistry we believe that every patient should have the opportunity to get the comprehensive dental care they need. With our in-house membership plan, patients can be supported with the best dental care they need at a reasonable rate. Here’s how it works. Sign up takes as little as five minutes. Once you are signed up you can use it on your service that day. The plan covers all the preventive care you need for a full year. I ..read more

It is not uncommon that we receive feedback from patients wishing their dental expenses were lower. We understand that dealing with different insurance policies, varying fees and changes in coverage can be frustrating. It can also be confusing to determine whether you should use dental or medical insurance to cover the different dental services we may recommend for you. Our team at Reimels Miller & Paterra Dentistry is here to help make everything clear, and to ensure that you receive the oral health treatments you need above everything else. Our top priority is to ensu ..read more

At Reimels Miller Paterra Dentistry, our patients’ health is our number one concern and maintaining good oral health for everyone we see is our top priority. In order to provide the best care, our doctors have completed at least 8 years of schooling to be able to properly prevent, diagnose and treat all of your oral health problems. Unfortunately, your dental benefits have nothing to do with your individual needs and oral health history, and oftentimes dental insurance only covers half of the procedures that are necessary for many of our patients to stay healthy. Fortunately, some of these ins ..read more

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The best results only happen if you make the right choices—the right doctor, the right technology, the right materials. Learn the Top 5 Mistakes People Make About Dental Implants now to ensure you don’t repeat them ..read more