River Heights Dental Care

10/31/2024

Have a safe and HAPPY HALLOWEEN from all of us at River Heights Dental Care! 🎃🦷

06/27/2024

We wish all our wonderful patients a happy and safe Independence Day! The office is closed from 6/28/24-7/7/24. We will see you back on 7/8/24.

03/05/2024

Both plaque and tartar increase the risk of cavities, gingivitis, and other dental conditions. Knowing how to distinguish between plaque and tartar can help identify the warning signs of dental health issues.

Plaque and tartar both form on the teeth and increase the risk of cavities, gingivitis, and other dental diseases. But what's the difference? Learn more here.

03/01/2024

Here are 4 signs you have gum disease and what to do about it.

Gum disease is caused by inflammation and can be linked to heart disease. Find out some common warning signs affecting your gum health.

02/28/2024

Cleaning your retainer is just as important as brushing your teeth. Here’s how to clean the 3 types.

Your retainer accumulates bacteria, plaque, and tartar. Here’s how to clean each type of retainer, why it matters, and what happens if you don’t clean it.

02/23/2024

What's the connection between oral health and overall health?

Find out about the connection between your oral health and overall health.

02/21/2024

How to keep your teeth healthier longer:

Many dental issues crop up as we age. Consumer Reports offers advice on how to deal with them and keep your teeth healthier.

02/16/2024

12 tips to stop bleeding gums:

Proper oral hygiene, optimizing your diet, and other self-care methods may prevent and stop bleeding gums. Learn more.

02/13/2024

Baby’s first tooth: 7 facts parents should know

​Typically, the first teeth to come in are almost always the lower front teeth (the lower central incisors), and most children will usually have all of their baby teeth by age 3.​

02/08/2024

3 ways to treat a toothache if you can’t get immediate dental care:

A few home remedies can ease tooth and gum pain temporarily, until you can get to a dentist.

02/07/2024

35 secrets your dentist won’t tell you:

Dentists from across the country told us what they think. What came out of their mouths will change the way you treat yours.

01/30/2024

Even if you take excellent care of your smile, calcium deposits can still form, which is why you need regular dental cleanings and check-ups. These tips can help prevent them:

If you have calcium buildup on your teeth, it can’t be removed by brushing alone. Learn about what causes calcium buildup on teeth, treatment options, and how to prevent it.