What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging trail? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries are doing great? If you pictured a white, healthy smile or a […]
Dental health
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive?
For those of you in the Clovis area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Mirelez Wellness Dental is here for you. Dentist Art Mirelez has been treating this common problem since 2003. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral […]
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or weakened bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are very efficient at eroding enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is pretty tough. But so are ice and hard candy, and […]
Are Your Eating Habits Sabotaging Your Oral Health?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Most Fresno residents know that frequently eating foods high in sugar can cause cavities. Therefore, it’s important to limit candy, soda, cookies, etc. Also, remember that frequency is as dangerous as the amount of sugar. Research has found that a higher frequency in sugar consumption may lead to demineralization more than the amount of sugar […]
The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections
The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a healthy immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re reviewing this […]
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that and take them for granted. At Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share some of the […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things Tooth enamel is the hardest part of the human body, but that doesn’t mean teeth are indestructible. Far from it! To keep them healthy and problem-free, the team at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA strongly recommends you avoid the following: 1. Hard Foods: […]
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
Chronic bad breath can happen even when you do everything right: brushing and flossing after meals, using mouthwash, and having regular checkups at Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA. If you are doing everything right but still coping with bad breath, don’t make any changes right away. Brushing longer and more forcefully isn’t likely to […]
Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
A condition known as dry mouth is fairly common, and has some common causes. It can be really uncomfortable, and can also pose a threat to your dental health. Here are some tips from Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STO-me-ah. Some of its […]
Dental Health: Don’t Leave The Party Early!
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At Mirelez Wellness Dental in Fresno CA, we are busy ringing in the New Year, same as you. But we decided to take a break in order to remind any patients, potential or recurring, to brush, floss, and watch what they eat during these holidays. As much as we despise being the serious ones during […]
