Teresa G Conley DDS, PA

Don't be afraid to fall down. It’s in those moments that we have the opportunity to rise and become stronger than ever before. 💪 Let the words of Nelson Mandela inspire you to keep pushing forward.

We're celebrating Dental Hygiene Month with a big thank you to our amazing dental hygienist and all the healthy smiles they make! 😃✨

JUST BECAUSE YOUR teeth don't hurt, doesn’t necessarily mean they are healthy! Don’t forget to schedule your regular dental check-up so we can make sure everything looks good inside and out!

October is Dental Hygiene Month so we're celebrating our dental hygienists and raising awareness of the importance of good oral health! 🎉😀

We’ve all heard of the active ingredient in toothpaste: fluoride. It supplies tooth enamel with important minerals to keep it strong and it protects against tooth decay. It's the one ingredient toothpaste must contain to earn the American Dental Association's Seal of Acceptance. But what else is in toothpaste? 🤔

1. Mild abrasive ingredients help scrub the surfaces of our teeth clean as we brush (and it doesn't take more than a soft-bristled toothbrush and gentle brushing to get the job done).

2. Foaming detergents help the toothpaste reach every tooth. (Fun fact: the foam is why actors rarely use toothpaste when they brush their teeth onscreen. It's too messy for TV!)

3. Humectants keep toothpaste from drying out, so that it can come out of the tube in a smooth piece.

4. Flavoring and sweeteners make toothpaste taste good, but they can't include actual sugar and still get the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Toothpaste for adults is usually a strong, minty flavor, but that can be overpowering for kids, which is why theirs often tastes like fruit or candy. 😋

All of the top recommended toothpastes for kids contain fluoride, and it's safe when used in the correct amounts. That means a smear no bigger than a grain of rice for toddlers and a glob the size of a pea for kids aged 3-6. 👍 Parents should also supervise their kids and encourage them to spit instead of swallow.

Take control of your destiny and shape your future into something great. ✨ Let the wisdom of Abraham Lincoln inspire you to create the life you want.

Guess what? It’s gonna gonna gonna gonna…It’s gonna be May!

We’ve been hearing for decades how dangerous smoking is to many aspects of our health. As dental professionals, our focus is particularly on the dangers to oral health, including unsightly stains on teeth at the less serious end of the spectrum, to a massively increased risk of tooth decay and gum disease, to life-threatening oral cancer. More recently, va**ng and e-cigarettes have emerged as an alternative, but are they any better?

Because these particular ni****ne delivery mechanisms are so new, there isn't as much data about their effects, but the evidence far shows a link between e-cigarettes and poor oral health. No matter how ni****ne is consumed, it restricts blood flow to the gums, contributing to gum disease. An iScience study showed that far more e-cigarette users have gum disease than people who don't.

It's difficult to know the long-term dangers to something so new, but researchers are seeing periodontal disease (typically an adult disease) in younger patients who v**e, as well as an increase in cavities.

The term "v**e" is also misleading. This isn't water v***r that contains ni****ne, it works more like aerosol — essentially ni****ne hairspray, for the mouth. That doesn't sound as appetizing, does it? **ng

Passion fuels greatness. 🙌 Embrace what you love and let it inspire you to do amazing things.

ALWAYS HAVE TO look on the positive side of things!

The ultimate spring candy face off - Cadbury Eggs or Peeps? 🤔 Share what you would pick in the comments.

When we say spring cleaning, this is what we mean! 😏

Eating disorders can cause many kinds of damage to the body, including the teeth. 🦷 Oral hygiene habits and regular dental visits are crucial, but in order to maintain good oral health, we also need a variety of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals every day.

An eating disorder like anorexia nervosa can lead to osteoporosis, which increases the risk of tooth loss. It also causes dry mouth, increasing the risk of gum disease. It also makes it harder to avoid bad breath, because saliva washes away food particles.

Bulimia can be even more harmful to oral health, because in addition to starving the oral tissues of needed nutrients, frequent purging exposes the teeth to stomach acid, leading to enamel erosion, tooth discoloration, decay, and eventually tooth loss.

Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses. The road to a healthier relationship with food and weight can be long and difficult. Sympathetic family members, friends, and licensed mental health professionals are key allies on that journey, and dental health professionals can help safeguard oral health along the way. ❤️

Don't wait for happiness to find you! Design your happiness today, create your own joy and live your best life now. 😃

HAPPY SPRING! What are some of your favorite activities to do once the weather starts warming up? Let us know in the comments!

COMMENT IF YOU can relate? lol

May the luck of the Irish be with you today! Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀✨

Happy Pi Day! 🥧 How many digits of π can you recite? Test your memory and let us know!

1 in every 8 Americans (including kids) has sensitive teeth.

Every tooth has nerves at the center. When the tooth is healthy, the nerve is protected by the outer layers. If the tooth enamel erodes enough, it can expose the porous dentin layer and subject the nerves to much more input than they're supposed to get. That tends to make temperature changes or even a sudden burst of sour or sweet flavor very uncomfortable or even painful. 😬

Erosion is the main cause of tooth sensitivity but not the only one. Exposed roots can be very sensitive because roots rely on gum tissue to protect them, not enamel. Gum recession (which is most often caused by brushing too hard) can leave roots exposed and vulnerable. Damage to a tooth, whether through an accident or cavities, also leads to sensitivity.

There are several things to do for sensitive teeth. First, throw out the hard-bristled toothbrush and get a soft-bristled one. 🪥 It doesn't take much pressure to clean away plaque when we brush, but too much can scrape away enamel and gum tissue. Switching to a toothpaste formulated for sensitive teeth should also help, and cut back on sugar intake and very acidic foods and drinks.

Life is always better with a positive attitude. Hard days will come but it’s how we react to them that will determine how they turn out!

WHEN YOU LOVE YOUR job so you’ve been smiling all day but it’s been eight hours and you don’t think your cheeks will let you smile anymore!

Springing forward into brighter days! ⏰ Don't forget to set your clocks ahead and embrace the extra daylight. Time for a sunnier outlook! 🌞

THIS TEAM WOULDN’T be what it is without our ROCK STAR dental assistants! We couldn’t ask for anyone better!

OUR DENTAL ASSISTANTS are pretty amazing! We appreciate all that you do!

Smiles are the universal language, and dentists are the artists who keep them shining bright! Happy Dentist Day to the oral health heroes making the world a brighter and healthier place, one smile at a time. 😁🦷

Don’t forget to replace your toothbrush every 3 months, when bristles begin to fray, or after you’ve been sick! 🪥

Don’t compare yourself to anybody else except for the old you and being better than you were yesterday. Everyone’s journey is different!

WE WANT TO give a special thanks to our dental assistants! They are such an important part of our practice and we couldn't do it without them.