How Long Should You Brush?

Categories: Oral Health
Watkinsville Cosmetic Dentistry

Did you remember that brushing and flossing fights bad breath and removes stains? If you have persistent stains that brushing can’t remove, get your teeth bleached at Glenn Alex DMD for a dazzling, stain-free smile. The American Dental Association recommends two minutes as a minimum time for brushing. Most men and women think they brush that […]

Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk

Categories: Oral Health
Athens best family dentist

Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Alex of Glenn Alex DMD. Today’s post focuses on an interesting article that appeared recently on Science Daily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental […]

Get Your Teeth In Shape, Athens!

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Get Your Teeth In Shape, Athens!

These days Athens residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to complement and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at Glenn […]

The Gift Of Oral Health In Athens

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The Gift Of Oral Health In Athens

Many dental patients in the Jefferson GA, Watkinsville, and Athens areas may wonder why, with all the advances in dental medicine, we still send you home with a complimentary toothbrush and roll of floss. It’s true, they do seem a little old-fashioned in our high-tech world, but don’t let their simple design fool you. These […]

How To Avoid A Cracked Tooth In Watkinsville

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Athens cosmetic dental and adult braces

Ouch! No Athens dental patient wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth, so today in the Glenn Alex DMD dental blog we are going to focus on how to avoid this preventable problem. The first thing to remember is that avoiding a cracked tooth is not rocket science; you should steer clear of […]

4 Reason To Look For The ADA Seal In Athens

Categories: Oral Health
Athens cosmetic dental and adult braces

When you go to your Jefferson GA, Watkinsville, or Athens drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or another oral care product, be sure that the product you choose carries the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Today in our Athens dental blog, we are going to look at 4 ways the ADA […]