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Jan16

5 Tips For Grand Rapids Residents With Mouth Sores

Categories: Oral Health

Prevent Mouth Sores Grand Rapids

When Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull’s patients get mouth sores, we advise them to evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. By following these tips, you too can avoid the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing.

  1. Eat soft or pureed foods. Don’t worry, you won’t have to eat baby food – plenty of adult dishes fit the bill:

Cream soups
Yogurt
Hot cereal
Mashed potatoes
Puddings

  1. Keep your meals bland for a while. We know it’s no fun, but watch out for overly spicy, tart, salty or acidic foods while you have a mouth sore.
  2. Also, keep it cool. Eat only food that is at room temperature or is served chilled.
  3. Use a straw so that whatever you are drinking can bypass the mouth sore altogether.
  4. Try to moisten dry foods. This can be done by adding sauces, dressings, and gravy to your meals.

We hope that these suggestions will help you the next time you suffer from a mouth sore. If you are looking for a dentist in the Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker or Rockford, MI area, consider our practice, Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry. We have been serving Comstock Park since 1974. Call us at 616-827-7019 to schedule an examination and consultation. We offer a complete menu of general and cosmetic dental procedures including:

Teeth whitening
Restorative dentistry
Implant dentistry
Porcelain veneers

You can also visit us on the web at https://www.greatmismiles.com/.

Call today!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

The following website was used as source material for this blog:
https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/nutrition/nutrition-concerns/, accessed on Feb. 21, 2013

Dec12

4 Super Tips For Strong Enamel In Grand Rapids

Categories: Oral Health

Grand Rapids dentistDid you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! This substance, found on the outer surface of your teeth, truly should last a lifetime. But just because it’s super strong doesn’t mean you don’t have to work to take care of it.

Here are some helpful tips for keeping enamel healthy.

  1. Pick the right foods for enamel health. It’s no secret that soft drinks hurt your teeth, and don’t think that diet sodas are harmless – the artificial sweeteners can also erode enamel over time. There are other culinary culprits that can do a lot of harm. Sticky, chewy candies should be avoided. Chewing ice is a no-no. And don’t use your teeth as tools. Take a minute to grab some scissors before you rip open that package with your teeth.

On the flip side, foods with calcium can neutralize acid in your mouth and protect your teeth. So, enjoy your dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt!

  1. Avoid vigorous brushingand use a soft toothbrush. It’s best to brush about an hour after eating, because foods, especially acidic ones, can soften the enamel, thus making it more prone to damage from brushing. If your teeth are discolored or yellowish, you may feel you need to brush harder. Instead, discuss teeth whitening with your dentist.
  2. Keep stomach acids in check. If you have a problem with severe heartburn, stomach acid could be traveling up your esophagus and into your mouth. This acid can erode enamel, so talk to Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull about treatment.
  3. Talk to your dentist about dry mouth and tooth grinding. Lack of saliva is a major problem for tooth enamel, and it’s no surprise that teeth grinding can cause enamel wear. Please inform Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull if you experience either of these issues.

At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry we want our patients to have the best oral health possible, and that starts with enamel health. We love helping our patients get the dazzling smiles they want with various cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening, veneers, Invisalign, tooth colored fillings, and dental implants.

Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry is currently accepting new patients; please call us at (616) 827-7019 to make an appointment!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
(616) 827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

The following website was used as source material for this blog:
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/healthy-teeth-2/tooth-enamel-damage, accessed on September 18, 2013

Nov21

Cosmetic Dentistry: Gum Contouring In Grand Rapids

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry: Gum Contouring In Comstock Park

If you are a regular visitor Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry’s blog, you have probably read many articles on cosmetic dentistry procedures. Composite bonding, crowns, and porcelain veneers can repair teeth that are chipped, broken, or misshapen.

Our Grand Rapids, Belmont, Comstock Park, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI patients with stained or dull teeth can have bright white smiles with teeth whitening. Tooth-colored fillings, inlays, and onlays are used to repair cavities. Dental implants are gaining popularity in Rockford MI among dental patients who want to restore missing teeth. If your teeth are misaligned, we offer Invisalign as an orthodontic option.

What if your cosmetic dental problem is related to your gum tissue? Are you one of the many Grand Rapids residents whose gums are too long, too short, or uneven? There is a solution for gum problems as well. You can improve the shape or size of your gums with gum contouring.

For more information about dental procedures offered in our office, please call 616-827-7019.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park Michigan 49321
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart