Periodontal, gum, disease is one of the most prevalent oral and overall health issues among US adults. In fact, advanced gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among people over the age of 35. Additionally, periodontal disease has been linked to numerous overall health concerns including heart disease, diabetes, and preterm and low weight births. The prevalence of gum disease is due in part to the fact that the early warning signs are very subtle and easily go unnoticed. This is one reason why visiting Strohman Dental, your trusted general and family dentist in Wichita Falls, every six months is so important.
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Learn Risks of Untreated Gum Disease from Your Dentist in Wichita Falls
August 20, 2016
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Dentist in Wichita Falls: Nutrition Guidelines for Oral Health
November 30, 2015
We Americans think about food a lot this time of year. Last week’s Thanksgiving meal and (after dinner nap) reminded me yet again that what we eat has a big effect on the way we feel — and how our bodies function overall. Did you know that your diet also significantly impacts your oral health? And that what you’re eating can either help to protect your teeth from decay… or make them vulnerable to it? As your dentist in Wichita Falls, I want you to keep these nutritional guidelines in mind this month and into 2016.
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Wichita Falls Dentist: Fluoride Crucial for Oral Health
October 31, 2015
When it comes to keeping your teeth as healthy as possible, you know the basics: brush, floss, visit the dentist. You can also be sure to eat a variety rich in vitamins and minerals, and work to add in exposure of the mineral fluoride through your toothpaste, mouthwash or other means. Learn more about fluoride, why it’s so important and how you can make sure you’re getting enough today. Your Wichita Falls dentist is in with answers.
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Head Your Kids Down The Path To Excellent Oral Health
September 8, 2015
Parents, your children are your world. There are no two ways about it. It’s your duty as a parent to be there for your child throughout their lives offering valuable advice and providing them with the proper health care that is necessary. Included in this specialized healthcare is their oral health. If you didn’t know before, overall health and oral health are closely linked. When one isn’t performing the way it should, the other suffers. Diseases and infections can cause a patient to experience chronic migraines and other physical ailments.
The important thing to know is everyone here at Strohman Dental wants your child to live a life full of excellent oral health. There’s only so much we can do from our office – the rest is up to you. Proper home dental care is essential to keep oral health operating sufficiently. From brushing teeth and flossing to coming in for a dental checkup, your oral health is of great importance to us. Not having great oral health will allow diseases and other issues to develop in your mouth. By heeding our advice, you’ll be able to set your child on the right dental-health path using our family dentistry services. Dr. Strohman is the dentist Wichita Falls residents can trust.
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Oral Hygiene and Your Overall Health – Two Peas in a Very Complex Pod
August 17, 2015
Oral hygiene and your overall health go together like peas and carrots. Like peanut butter and jam. Like mashed potatoes and gravy. Mmmmm…mashed potatoes and gravy…wait. This isn’t that type of blog. Thanksgiving is a few months away.
We’re talking about keeping your oral health in peak condition throughout the year so you can keep your overall health in even better condition. When you go in for a physical for a doctor, he or she will make sure everything is working the way it should. The same concept is applied at the dentist’s office, too. During oral checkups we thoroughly examine your mouth to ensure everything is in working order and nothing looks out of sorts. Our office in Wichita, TX can help keep tabs on your oral health while maintaining your overall health. It’s like knocking two birds out with one stone. Dr. Shelly Strohman and her dental team are here to help with any dental issue that arises. We don’t want your entire body suffering from a dental issue, so let’s clean it up with the best dentistry services around. Dr. Strohman is the dentist Wichita Falls can trust.
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Strohman Dental: The Dentist Wichita Falls Depends On
July 29, 2015
As the dentist to whom you have entrusted your family’s dental health, Strohman Dental is committed to helping you and everyone in your family enjoy a happy and healthy smile. In addition to the family dentistry Wichita Falls has come to trust, we also provide top-notch, restorative and cosmetic dentistry treatments. In conjunction with this, you need to maintain a regular at-home oral hygiene routine. Of course, we all know that twice-daily brushing and flossing is important, but that routine is only as useful as your method of brushing. So, Dr. Shelly Strohman and her team would like to give you some tips to make your at-home oral hygiene routine the best it can be.
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Top-Tier Dentist, Wichita Falls
July 7, 2015
If you’re new to Wichita Falls, TX and looking for a dentist who can treat your whole family, Strohman Dental provides excellent dental treatment for patients of all ages. By taking your entire family to one dental practice, you can easily schedule your appointments on the same day, talk to our team about dental care for your whole family, and keep all the insurance, paperwork, and billing together. If you’re interested in general family dentistry services that take the stress out of dental care for your family, call Strohman Dental to schedule appointments for the whole family. (more…)
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Restore Your Smile with Dental Implants
September 17, 2014
Not having a full smile can be detrimental both to your self-esteem, but also to the overall health of your mouth. When you suffer from a smile that is not complete, the way you feel about yourself could be harmful, and it could affect the way you interact with your peers. A full, beautiful smile is something that many people strive for, as having a lovely row of teeth is a sign of youthfulness and liveliness. If you have an incomplete smile, you may feel as though there is nothing you can do. Fortunately, Dr. Shelly Strohman is able to give you the smile of your dreams by offering dental implants at her Wichita Falls, TX dental office. (more…)
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Smile Brighter with Teeth Whitening
August 15, 2014
Having a bright, beautiful smile is something that many people strive for. When you are confident in your smile, that confidence can affect many different areas of your life, and being able to shine bright with a healthy smile can definitely make a positive lasting impression. If your smile is not as luminescent as you would like, you may find it hard to be secure in the way you look, and can affect the way you interact with the people around you. Thankfully, Dr. Shelly Strohman is able to give you the bright smile you have been wanting with teeth whitening.
There are many things that can alter the brightness of your smile. Coffee, tea, wine, certain medications, and even genetics can all play a role in making your smile discolor over time. If you have tried over the counter whitening methods, such as strips or whitening toothpastes, you may have gotten results that you are not satisfied with, or you may not have seen any change in your smile at all. By taking advantage of our teeth whitening service, you are sure to have the dazzling smile of your dreams. (more…)
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Take Care of Your Gums with Gum Disease Therapy
July 17, 2014
Many people forget or underestimate the importance of healthy gums. In order to have an overall healthy smile, strong, beautiful gums are very important, and when they are compromised, the effects will be less than favorable. With over 75% of the population living with some form of gum disease, more people are affected by gum disease than stroke, cancer, heart disease, can Alzheimer’s combined. It is important to make sure your smile is the healthiest it can be, which is why Dr. Shelly Strohman offers gum disease therapy to her patients.
There are many signs and symptoms to look for if you think you are suffering from gum disease. A few of them are swollen, red gums, gums that bleed when you brush or floss, gum sensitivity, and so on. If gum disease is not treated right away, it has the potential to lead to more severe bodily harm, such as bone loss, heart disease, dementia, tooth loss, stroke, and so much more. If you feel as though you are suffering from gum disease, contact Dr. Strohman right away. (more…)