by Dr. Roger Pecina | Mar 28, 2022 | Dentistry, News
At Afdent, our goal is to help every single patient feel completely relaxed, at ease, and comfortable during their dental visit. But studies have shown that over 80% of Americans suffering from some level of dental unease and 36% are affected by dental anxiety. If...
by Dr. Roger Pecina | Feb 16, 2022 | Dentistry, News
Gum disease prevention begins with you and your oral health habits. Many people realize they may have a problem with their teeth when they find blood on their toothbrush, have frequent bad breath, or have swollen/tender gums. According to the American Dental...
by Dr. Roger Pecina | Jan 7, 2022 | Dentistry, News
If you have a dental emergency, tooth pain, or jaw pain, you are not alone. As with any other health concern, dental problems are common and can occur anytime. One of the main causes is poor oral hygiene leading to issues like cavities, root infection, or gum disease....
by Dr. Roger Pecina | Dec 9, 2021 | Dentistry, News
For many of us, having wisdom teeth removed during adolescence was considered somewhat of a rite of passage. Though the removal of wisdom teeth while young is still a relatively common practice, few know why that is, or what the potential consequences are of waiting...
by Dr. Roger Pecina | Nov 18, 2021 | Braces, News
Put down the popcorn and put away the caramels. When it comes to safe food to eat while wearing braces, you can forget the crunchy and sticky stuff. One of the most difficult adjustments to living with life with braces is that you can’t eat whatever food you want...
by Dr. Roger Pecina | Oct 22, 2021 | Dentistry, News
As we constantly say at Afdent, a healthy mouth leads to a healthy life. And taking proper care of your dentures will keep you on the road to good health. Just like your natural teeth, dentures require proper care to keep them clean, free from stains, and looking...
