Here at Dental Associates Of Manchester, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these... read more »
Do you ever consider using someone else’s toothbrush? Do you think using a toothbrush isn’t a problem, especially if you’re only sharing with a significant other? Would you be surprised to learn that you should actually never share your toothbrush with anyone? As you’ve probably guessed, you also shouldn’t lend your toothbrush to anyone. You see, there are a number... read more »
Oral emergencies, like an injury to your tongue or lip, getting something stuck in your teeth and gums, or damage to one or more of your teeth, can all have serious ramifications to your oral health. Even though it’s impossible to prevent an oral emergency from happening, your dentist, Dr. Timothy Collier, does offer a few simple tricks you can... read more »
A fractured, cracked, or broken tooth can often be a serious cause for concern. Even if the damage is only limited to the enamel layer of the tooth it can still impede the proper function of your mouth and impair your ability to chew. If the broken tooth is visible in your smile it can often leave you feeling self-conscious.... read more »
Most people would agree that raising children can be complicated. For instance, tasks that should be simple may be more complex than you would normally expect. Even mundane tasks like brushing your little one’s teeth can, at times, seem nearly impossible—or at least not worth the effort. However, as you know, dental health is extremely important, meaning it’s important to... read more »
If your teeth have been less than stellar lately due to tooth discoloration, At Dental Associates of Manchester in Manchester, Iowa, we can help by providing you with a custom tray to take home to whiten your teeth in the comfort of your own home. In just a few days, you can have a radiant smile that is several shades... read more »
When Dr. Timothy Collier fits a crown it always intended to restore the function and appearance of the enamel layer of a tooth for a long time. Unfortunately, there are instances where something like a blow to the face, a hard fall or issues with chronic periodontal disease can weaken the cement anchoring a crown to the abutment. If you... read more »
Did you know that April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month? Oral cancer is a serious disease found in nearly 50,000 new people every year. Unfortunately, only just more than half of those people will be alive five years from now. Oral cancer is so deadly not because it is hard to discover or diagnose, but because it is discovered too... read more »
Do you ever wonder why fluoride is so important? Well, our Dental Associates Of Manchester team is more than happy to tell you! Each day, our smiles are threatened by the harmful dental conditions that attack and destroy our teeth, like acid, tooth decay, and gum disease. Fluoride is a great mineral that nourishes and strengthens our teeth and gives... read more »
Digital radiography, also known as digital x-rays, have dramatically improved how dentists image patients’ smiles and have revolutionized patient comfort and safety. What are digital x-rays and why are they such a big deal? Do digital x-rays impact your visit to the dentist? X-ray imaging, or radiography, utilizes x-ray waves to generate an image of an opaque object. An x-ray... read more »