What’s your oral health focus? If you’re like most people, the first thing that comes to mind is your teeth, and they are certainly a vital part of your smile. But your gum health is just as important, and so you need to make sure that you keep an eye on them. This starts with maintaining a healthy schedule of biannual checkups at the dentist.
With our team of oral health professionals at Magnolia Family Dental in St. Louis, MO, you can take steps to improve your gum health. By keeping them clean, you have the opportunity to slow and even stop common issues like gingivitis and periodontal disease, and we are here to help you have a better, healthier smile. If you have started to notice a shift in your gumline, give us a call and schedule a time to talk about your needs!
Have you seen the dentist yet this year? If you are trying (and failing) to remember the date of your last biannual checkup, then it is 
If you have recently damaged one or more of your natural teeth, take the time to talk to our team about what has happened. When you lose the protective outer coating of your enamel, your 
A smile that is out of balance can affect both your oral health and your appearance, so it is important to have teeth that are appropriately spaced and do not crowd each other. Some patients hold back when it comes to their dentist because the idea of traditional braces is too much to handle, especially adults who need to look professional during work. If you have been avoiding talking to your provider about orthodontics, take the time to 
When you feel pain or discomfort within your smile, it could be a sign of a few different things, and so it can be helpful to make an appointment with your dentist to talk things over. They can use advanced imagery to take a close look at the structures of your smile, giving you an idea of what is going on within your mouth. Pain could be a sign that 
Losing one or more of your teeth can be a really difficult thing to experience, but thankfully, there are solutions. If you are struggling with your smile, take the time to talk to a trusted local oral health team about your options. You have possibilities to 
If your little ones are out of school for the summer, it is your opportunity to get some things done. While you may have a trip in the works (and their constant energy is always tough to handle), you want to make sure that you are focusing on their health needs, and that means sticking to their 
If it has been a while since your last semiannual dental checkup, it is time to make an appointment with your provider for a cleaning and screening. These visits are an essential part of your oral health maintenance, and even though we know that you make the effort in your brushing and flossing, you simply cannot do it all yourself. Generally, people need to 
Have you been searching for a way to whiten your smile in a safe and effective way? There are more options than ever before at your local drugstore or supermarket, but these can create their own problems if used improperly. Some conditions may look like enamel stains at first glance, and without the help of an experienced oral health provider, you could wind up bleaching your teeth without any results to show from it. When you want to achieve a radiant smile, talk to a trusted dentist about your cosmetic possibilities.
Misalignment is one of the most common cosmetic dental conditions, and sometimes it can go beyond just appearance. When teeth overlap or crowd, you may struggle to reach all sides of your teeth during brushing and flossing, leading to plaque and tartar buildup that leads to tooth decay and gum disease. If it’s time to improve the look and function of your smile, talk to a trusted oral health team about the 
