Quick Trick to Whiten Your Teeth

White Lipstick TeethDid you know that the right shade of lipstick can make your teeth instantly look whiter? Using tricks like this are a great way to improve the appearance of your teeth without causing damage or making them sensitive.

Quirt Family Dentistry loves ways like this to get the look you want while protecting the health of your teeth. If you’re not satisfied with the look this trick gives you, give us a call and we can talk about safe techniques to whiten your teeth without causing sensitivity.
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Oral Cancer’s Surprising Cause

HPV and Oral CancerIt used to be that oral cancer was mainly caused by a lifetime of smoking, drinking, or both. While these habits will still certainly increase your likelihood of contracting oral cancer, they are unfortunately no longer the leading cause.

The presence of the human papillomavirus (HPV) is now found in up to 50% of new cases of oral cancer, and brings this devastating disease to a new part of the population. Quirt Dentistry wants to give you all the information and tools you need to get your mouth and overall systems as healthy as possible.
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Guarding Against Oral Cancer

oral cancerEach and every day, more than 16 people will die from oral cancer. That’s more than 5,000 people who will die this year, which is 5,000 too many. Quirt Family Dentistry and doctors around the country are banding together this April for Oral Cancer Awareness Month in an effort to increase recognition of this disease and decrease its prevalence.

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Which Easter Candy is Better for Your Teeth

teeth, easter candyIt’s Easter season, which means it’s time for the Easter bunny, spring dresses, baby animals, Easter baskets, and…lots and lots of candy.

Candy is bad for our teeth, and we all know it. But it’s just so delicious, sometimes we simply can’t help ourselves. Our Quirt Family dentists don’t want you to have to stop eating candy altogether, we just want you to make better choices about which candy you choose to eat and how you eat them. We really don’t want to have to tell you that your mouth is full of cavities!

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Why Teeth Alignment is Important

Align BiteDuring your appointment at Quirt Family Dentistry, you might hear us mention the word “occlusion.” This is simply a way of saying the way your teeth are aligned and how your upper and lower teeth fit together. Occlusion is probably not something you think about very often, but it is very important to the health, functionality and appearance of your mouth.

Our Quirt Family dentists want to make sure you understand why the alignment of your teeth is such a big deal, and the options you have to fix any problems you may have. Always be sure to bring up any questions you may have with our Wisconsin dental staffs, whether you have an appointment or call us up on the phone.

Are Your Teeth Aligned?

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Brush Your Teeth to Save Your Heart

Heart Health, Gum DiseaseDid you know that untreated bacteria in your mouth can escape into your bloodstream and cause issues in your heart? Big issues too, like increasing your risk of heart attack!

This February, our Quirt Family dentists are working with doctors and dentists around the country to celebrate American Heart Month, hoping raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Our office wants everyone in Wisconsin to have both a healthy heart and a healthy mouth. [Read more...]

How to Have Fresh Valentine’s Breath

Mints, MouthwashDon’t let bad breath, or even just worrying about whether or not you have it, ruin your night this Valentine’s Day. Quirt Family Dentistry wants you to have fresh, healthy breath, every day of the year, and we know how important this holiday can be.

In our last post, we talked about how dry mouth causes bad breath, and this time we want to give Wisconsin residents ways to make their mouths smell great. A regular oral hygiene routine is always the best option, but if you are somewhere that makes brushing and flossing impractical, there are a number of other options available.

Mouthwash

Our Quirt Family dentists recommends that you use a mouthwash as part of your daily teeth-cleaning system, and you can also rinse your mouth anytime you feel a bout of bad breath coming on. You have to be very careful when selecting a mouth rinse, however: many are simply cosmetic, briefly covering up smells without getting at the root of the problem.

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Dry Mouth and Valentine’s Day Don’t Mix

bad breath dry mouthAlthough it may seem strange, saliva actually helps prevent bad breath because it contains chemicals that kill odor-causing bacteria. If you have dry mouth this Valentine’s Day, your breath may not be as fresh as you want it to be.

Not to worry! Quirt Family Dentistry is here to explain dry mouth, its causes and how to fix it. We want all Wisconsin residents to have a perfect Valentine’s Day, however they choose to spend it, and a great way to start is with fresh, healthy breath!

Dry Mouth = Bad Breath

There are many things that could contribute to a dry mouth, such as how long it has been since you’ve eaten or drank, what you last ate or drank, the amount of physical activity you’ve participated in, or even what time of day it is. Other factors can include medication, systemic diseases, body chemistry, and overall health. [Read more...]

Five Ways to Use Hydrogen Peroxide in Your Mouth

Hydrogen PeroxideQuirt Family Dentistry loves giving you cheap, easy ways to protect and maintain your oral health. In this post, we wanted to let you know about the various uses of hydrogen peroxide, and how your family might find it helpful. As always, consult your Quirt family dentist before you begin any treatments, just to make sure you don’t have any special circumstances that might make this harmful to you.

What is Hydrogen Peroxide?

Hydrogen peroxide is a common household product that can be found for very cheap at your local pharmacy or grocery store. Chemically, it is two oxygen molecules with two oxygen molecules, and it appears as a clear liquid with about the consistency of water. [Read more...]

Protect Your Teeth from Coffee Stains

Coffee Stained TeethDon’t worry: we’re not going to tell you to stop drinking coffee! We understand how necessary that morning (or afternoon) boost of caffeine can be, especially during these gloomy, winter months. We love our coffee too!

This Quirt Family Dentistry post is just to help you take care of your teeth by protecting them from stains and ridding them of any discoloration as safely as possible.

Why does coffee stain teeth?

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