2017 is here and it's that time when many of us want to put our best foot forward to make positive changes for a happier new year. While you are making health resolutions, don’t forget your smile! A healthy smile means a healthier body. The ADA (American Dental Association) offers the following suggestions for a healthy start to the new... read more »
Next to Santa Claus (and the Easter Bunny), the Tooth Fairly is another mythical figure that helps put a smile on your child's face. Since your child can lose up to 20 baby teeth before the permanent teeth come in, that's a lot of visits from the Tooth Fairy and the budding relationship between "her' and your child. Where did... read more »
Dr. Danny H. Dinh and our team at Family Smile Center LLC want to wish our patients in Frederick, Maryland, a healthy, happy, holiday. This holiday season, don’t forget to give the gift of a healthy smile to yourself and your loved ones. Did You Know? Tooth decay affects 60-90% of teenagers and adults (World Health Organization). 75% of adults... read more »
At Family Smile Center LLC, Dr. Danny H. Dinh and our team are happy to help our patients in Frederick, Maryland, with all of their oral care needs. Were you aware that tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body, even harder than the bones? But those pearly whites can still be injured and sustain cracks or fractures. While... read more »
It’s that time of year again, fall is in the air and the holidays are around the corner, and starting off the festivities is Halloween. Don’t forget your commitment to you and your family's health and smile! Just because you’re surrounded by candy and sugary goodies doesn’t mean you can’t have a healthy Halloween. Let’s look at some ways to... read more »
October is many things; Halloween, Breast Cancer Awareness month, National Dental Hygiene (NDYM) month, and National Orthodontic Health month! At Family Smile Center LLC in Frederick, Maryland, Drs. Peter Cha & Danny Dinh want to wish our patients a happy fall season while taking care of their smile health. The message for National Dental Hygiene month is known as “Do... read more »
If you will be having dental treatment any time soon, there some common recovery tips which will help you after the treatment. Naturally, Dr. Cha and Dr. Dinh will tell you what you should do after your treatment, but we're happy to give you a few ideas on what you should expect after common treatments. Filling: As you may know,... read more »
At Family Smile Center LLC, we want our patients in Frederick, Maryland, to know that taking good care of your oral health will benefit not just your precious pearly whites, but your gum health as well. In fact, did you know that your gums are an indicator of your overall health? The main cause of bleeding gums is the steady buildup... read more »
Do you think you know a lot about dental care and oral hygiene? If so, feel free to test your knowledge by taking this dental quiz! Question: When should I get a dental cleaning and exam? Answer: You should visit your dentist and receive a dental cleaning and exam every six months. Question: How often should I brush my teeth?... read more »
If you’re trying to decide which dental restoration to use to replace your missing teeth, our Family Smile Center team has some information that might help you! A dental implant is a great tooth-replacement option that can give you the results you are looking for. It has many benefits, including: -It can improve your speech: Once you fill the gap... read more »