Today in the Fresno dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is commonly caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they […]
Oral Health
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath In Fresno
Categories: Oral Health
Fresno men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this condition. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked by our Fresno patients. Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At Mirelez Wellness Dental, we can help you […]
Use Five Fingers For Quick And Healthy Flossing In Fresno, CA – California
Categories: Oral Health
5 flossing steps made so easy you can tick them off one finger at a time thanks to Mirelez Wellness Dental, on the web at https://www.mirelezdental.com//meet-dr-art-mirelez/. Thumbkin: Thumb to Chest Reminder Thumb to chest can remind me that this isn’t for my friends. Brushing the goobers off so I don’t gross them out. Rinsing with […]
Mirelez Wellness Dental Sealants Prevent Cavities For Fresno Kids
Categories: Family Dentistry, Oral Health
Your child’s first dental exam at Mirelez Wellness Dental should occur when the first teeth are in, usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first check-up at our Fresno office, we can discuss sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of the teeth. Sealants protect the […]
Energy Drink Warning For Selma
Categories: Family Dentistry, Oral Health
Hello. I’m Dentist Art Mirelez. Welcome to my Selma dental blog. Today’s topic is energy drinks and the damage they can cause to your teeth. I am seeing more and more Selma teens and adults with tooth enamel erosion caused by frequent consumption of sport drinks. Most of these Selma dentistry patients take good care […]
Protecting Your Family From Cavities This Halloween
Categories: Family Dentistry, Oral Health
With Halloween upon us, Dr. Art Mirelez knows that there will soon be many tricks and treats! While this festive holiday is full of costumes and fun community activities, it can also be a harmful time for the teeth of young trick-or-treaters in our Fresno neighborhoods. With all of the sugary, sticky, and chewy treats that are […]
5 Ways To Floss Daily In Fresno
Categories: Oral Health
Hello Medera! If you want to floss regularly but are too tired at night, this post is for you. In our Mirelez Wellness Dental blog, we want to give you a few ideas for unique times to floss and keep your teeth and gums healthy. 1. If you’re an early riser, try flossing in the […]
How Long Should You Brush?
Categories: Oral Health
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 Mirelez Wellness Dental 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 […]
Grandpa Knows Best: How Kristi Yamaguchi Manages Her Kids’ Oral Health
Categories: Oral Health
When Olympic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi wanted to help her kids develop good oral health habits, the gold-medal-winner made good use of a family connection: Her father Jim Yamaguchi is a practicing dentist in the San Francisco Bay area who treats her entire brood. As she said in a recent interview, when she suspects the […]
Treatment Options to Keep Stress From Causing Dental Problems
Categories: Oral Health
Chronic stress can cause any number of physical problems like back pain, insomnia or stomach ulcers. In the mouth, it can also be the cause of teeth grinding or clenching habits that may lead to pain and tooth damage. Besides toothaches and jaw pain, stress-related teeth grinding may also be causing your teeth to wear […]
