Dentist Blog

General dentists play a crucial role in maintaining optimal oral health through routine checkups, diagnostic exams, and various treatments. From preventive care like sealants and fluoride treatments to common procedures such as fillings and extractions, general dentists ensure that your teeth and gums stay healthy. At Hillcrest Dental Arts, patients receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs, empowering them to take proactive steps toward better oral health.

Walking into a dental office can feel like stepping into a sterile, impersonal environment.

Routine oral exams play a critical role in maintaining a healthy smile and overall well-being.

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to focus on refreshing your smile.

A confident smile can change the way you feel about yourself, and at our office, we specialize in enhancing smiles through cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry.

Good oral health is important at any age, but after 50, you may need to adjust your routine as changes in your body affect your oral health.

Routine dental cleanings are the cornerstone of a healthy smile. These appointments remove plaque and tartar buildup that regular brushing and flossing can’t fully eliminate.

Preventive dentistry forms the foundation of a healthy smile, focusing on avoiding dental issues before they arise.

Regular dental cleanings are an essential part of maintaining a healthy smile, yet many people underestimate their importance.

You would be hard-pressed to find more than a few people whose teeth don’t have some extent of tooth decay. Commonly known as cavities or caries, it’s prevalent around the world.

A healthy smile is more than just an attractive feature—it’s a reflection of your overall well-being.

You can be a superstar when it comes to taking care of your oral health, but all it takes is a few mouthfuls of certain foods to give your breath an unpleasant aroma.

It’s commonly known that most adults have 32 teeth, compared with 20 primary, or baby teeth.

At the office of Hillcrest Dental Arts, we believe that a healthy smile is more than just an attractive asset; it's also essential to one's overall wellbeing.

You already know the benefits of brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time.

At the office of Hillcrest Dental Arts, we believe that a healthy smile is not just an attractive asset; it's also essential to your overall wellbeing.

Your smile is one of your most important features, both for its aesthetic value and as a vital means of communication.

Your gums are an amazing biological mechanism designed to protect your teeth and prevent oral diseases.

At the office of Hillcrest Dental Arts, we believe that a sparkling smile is more than just a cosmetic feature; it's also essential to your overall health.

You brush your teeth in the morning and floss before your nighttime brush. That’s great! But when was your last trip to a dentist for a cleaning?

Happy holidays from your friendly family dentist at Hillcrest Dental Arts, who’ll know if you’ve been naughty or nice during your next regular checkup, which we hope is right around the…

Though nobody wants to get cavities, so many of us do.

One of the features of a sensational smile is bright, white teeth!

Life can be quite stressful, and many of us have a variety of coping mechanisms. One common tension reliever is damaging our oral health in the form of teeth grinding and/or clenching.

A mouth’s many components team up to perform imperative tasks. This valuable orifice is a very busy place, which, unfortunately, makes it susceptible to glitches and the occasional misfortune.

Americans are known around the world for their healthy and attractive teeth. Our standards are higher than those in other countries, and many of us work hard to sport sparkling smiles.

The human body is a complex system in which everything is interconnected. From head to toe, what affects one area of your body influences one or more other areas.

Admittedly, tongue scraping does not have a pleasant sound to it. In fact, it sounds uncomfortable at best!

Do you dislike your smile because your front teeth have minor alignment issues?

Everyone knows about teeth, but not everyone knows all there is to know about their choppers.

It’s important to take excellent care of your teeth and gums no matter how old you are. But as with the rest of your body parts, age can take a toll on them.

The holidays are filled with opportunities to share the joy of the season with our family and friends.

Tartar can be the impetus behind cavities, tooth decay, gum disease and even the loss of teeth. That’s why you need to know what tartar is and why it’s important to control its buildup.

Third molars are called “wisdom teeth” because they usually erupt between the ages of 17 and 21.

Youngsters like to participate in a variety of activities. Unfortunately, brushing their teeth probably isn’t one of them. But a change in attitude can make a world of difference.

How many times have you brushed your teeth?

A full set of upper and lower dentures can be a godsend for people who have lost all of their natural teeth. Tooth loss is frequently the result of decay, injury or severe gum disease.

If you’ve become a bit lax about taking good care of your oral health, there’s no time like the present to reevaluate your cleaning routine.

Have you ever considered how much your teeth do for you every day?

Some people always use a manual toothbrush, while others swear by their rechargeable or battery-powered devices. Other folks like to alternate between the two. Each version has its advantages.

Halitosis, otherwise known as bad breath, can take a toll on your social life and self-confidence.

There are right ways and wrong ways to execute certain tasks. Using dental floss is one of those tasks.

Your gums play an essential role in the wellbeing of your teeth and overall oral healthcare.

Everyone knows about teeth, but does everyone know all there is to know about teeth?

When many people think of mouthwash, the first thing that comes to mind is probably a quick way to freshen their breath in the morning or after a meal.

You’re preparing for your regular checkup and cleaning, and you find out the dentist will be recommending a fluoride treatment to be directly applied to your teeth.

Your smile is one of your most important assets; it communicates your joy and positivity, inspires confidence in those you meet and helps you make a great first impression.

Are you searching for a dentist who can provide excellent care for everyone in your household?

Studies show that across the United States millions of people are living with partial or complete tooth loss.

This muscular organ does more than help to churn up food. It’s also an important component in your complete oral health. Most people don’t associate tongues with medical maladies.