San Marcos Gentle Dental Blog

3 Fad Diets That Aren’t Good for Your Oral Health

January 27, 2021

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Juice fad diet

Many of us have gone on a diet before for one reason or another. There are a wide variety of reasons that people decide to go on fad diets. Some include cutting out processed foods, dropping a few pounds, and just an effort to eat healthier. However, diet plays a key role when it comes to your oral health. Continue reading to learn more from a dentist in San Marcos about popular fad diets and why they may not be the best decision when it comes to your oral health,

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Make A New Year’s Resolution for a Healthier Smile

December 30, 2020

Filed under: Uncategorized — dr_donnelly @ 10:03 pm
new year’s resolution list in san marcos

Making resolutions at the beginning of a new year is a common practice, and if you’re like many others, you may have a good list already written up. Before you sign off on it, have you thought about adding a healthier smile to the mix? There has never been a better time to pay more attention to oral health, and your San Marcos dentist has a few tips to share to help you show your smile a little extra love this year. 

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4 Ways to Appreciate Your Teeth This Thanksgiving

November 7, 2020

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Family eating Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is almost here! That means that you are probably looking forward to catching up with relatives, breaking out your favorite sweaters, and enjoying a large, delicious meal. However, while Thanksgiving dinner may be great for the soul, it isn’t so good for your teeth. Fortunately, your dentist in San Marcos is here to help. Continue reading for some tips to help you get through this wonderful holiday without harming your smile.

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4 Ways That Routine Dental Visits Can Save You Money

October 30, 2020

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dentist in San Marcos holding a pink piggy bank

Many people don’t see their dentist for checkups as frequently as they should. After all, why spend time and money getting your teeth professionally cleaned if you already brush and floss at home? However, routine dental visits are much more important than you might realize. While you may think you’re saving yourself from large dental bills by avoiding these appointments, you might actually end up spending even more in the long run. Here are four reasons why regular checkups with your dentist in San Marcos can save you money.

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What Happens When You Skip a Dental Visit?

September 17, 2020

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Patient at dentist

Skipping out on a short dental visit isn’t that big of a deal, right? After all, your schedule is busy, and your smile is fine. You aren’t feeling any pain. How could this cause any issues? The truth is that putting off a dental visit can cause more problems in the future than you may think. Even if you aren’t in any discomfort, there are still many negative consequences of missing your regular dental visit. Your dentist in San Marcos shares what those are.

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