Although it seems simple enough, the importance of eating healthy foods and avoiding unhealthy snacks is essential for your oral health. Always make sure you were taking care of your smile by consuming products that can help to keep your teeth and gums safe while avoiding the effects of detrimental substances. With the perfect combination of consuming healthy options while... read more »

We all know to brush our teeth twice a day, and floss once a day. Many people choose to do this morning and night. However, many people also want to clean their mouths immediately after eating to maintain a clean smile and fresh breath. Unfortunately, brushing right after eating can damage your smile. Here’s what to do instead. First, the... read more »

  Are you familiar with the branch of dentistry designed to help treat dental anxiety and minimize pain during oral health care procedures? When you visit your dentist, you may be in need of an intensive therapy that requires some sort of anesthetic or sedation. With sedation dentistry, numerous procedures exist to give you a wide range of dosage levels... read more »

If you’re an older adult who wishes to maintain a top-notch oral health, then our dentist, Dr. Stephen Coker, is more than happy to help you. You deserve a strong and healthy smile for a lifetime! Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape. Those things are: -Keep up on oral hygiene... read more »

Practicing excellent oral health helps to boost the health of your mouth and enhance your overall quality of life. Our dentist and team are committed to helping you maintain your smile against dental issues by developing healthy dental habits that boost your oral care. One of the most important steps is to make brushing and flossing a daily habit to... read more »

The structural integrity of your teeth is very important for your basic oral function as well as maintaining good oral health. Minor physical defects and small cavities that compromise a tooth’s enamel layer can often be repaired with a dental filling. As time goes on, inconsistencies in your daily oral hygiene habits can result in a persistent build up of... read more »

We have noticed that there are several bad dental hygiene habits that many people share. Because of this, we would like to address these things and offer solutions. Our dentist and team are always willing to provide dental hygiene tips to help you improve your dental health. Toothbrush Age Many people fail to replace their toothbrush except when they go... read more »

Our dentist and team are committed to helping our patients and their families maintain healthy and confident smiles. If you have not yet scheduled your six-month dental cleaning and exam in the new year, we invite you to contact our office today to ensure your smile is ready for the busy fall season! The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) encourages... read more »

Bad breath or halitosis affects everyone at some point in their lives. It may be that one person in the office from whom you prefer to keep a discreet distance. Or it could be you, depending on what you had for lunch, and if you brush and floss on a regular basis. In many cases, bad breath is the result... read more »

Do you wish to brighten or lighten your smile? If so, you are not alone! Teeth whitening is a very popular cosmetic dental service. At Parkway Dental, we offer both in-office and take-home whitening. We do this so as to ensure your comfort as you reach your dream smile. In-Office Teeth Whitening Whitening your teeth in a dental office is... read more »