At Stephen P. Hahn DDS 'Advanced Dentistry', we believe knowledge is power, so we regularly attend continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with the latest advancements and research in dentistry. Then we bring the most advanced treatments and technologies, and a vast wealth of knowledge, back home to our patients in Henderson. Follow along on our blog for fun and educational bi-monthly articles on all things oral health—from the history of the toothbrush to the amazing benefits of dental implants. Feel free to comment, share, and join the conversation!
Acids and bases might sound like something from far back in your memory, like middle-school science class, but the concept is still very applicable to every aspect of life today. The foods and beverages you consume daily have a very big effect on your oral health and overall health, for better or worse. You can… (Read More)
Continue Reading »Saliva. Just the word can conjure an array of images in your imagination. From salivating at a delicious meal to studying Pavlov’s dogs to watching a baseball player spit, life is full of saliva! And that’s a good thing because saliva is very important for oral and overall health. Problems with saliva can lead to… (Read More)
Continue Reading »How do you feel when you see that little plastic floss container in your medicine cabinet? Eagerness to achieve that clean feeling in your mouth? Or regret over a habit you have trouble keeping? Did you get excited about recent headlines saying flossing isn’t necessary? We’re sorry to break the news, but as your oral… (Read More)
Continue Reading »Above any other medical need, people are more likely to skip seeing the dentist because they can’t afford it. Many people choose not to buy dental insurance because it’s an added cost without a lot of perceived value. For some reason, people simply feel more comfortable taking this risk because they don’t fully understand the… (Read More)
Continue Reading »You did it! You got the consultation, booked the appointment, and you actually showed up on the big day. You saw the dentist and now all that has left you hungry! The question is: what can you eat after having dental work done? You need some soft food recipes! For some of us, it’s nostalgic… (Read More)
Continue Reading »For a long time, we’ve been told to brush our teeth right after we eat, but conventional wisdom might be changing on that. Thanks to your mouth’s powerful and natural ability to clean itself, rinsing with water might actually be the best way to freshen your breath and prevent cavities after you eat. In addition… (Read More)
Continue Reading »Most of us were taught when we were kids that sweets like chocolate will rot your teeth. While this may remain true for some types of our favorite sweet snacks, that doesn’t mean we have to take it off the menu altogether. In fact, recent studies have found that dark chocolate, containing high percentages of… (Read More)
Continue Reading »If your teeth or jaw don’t line up well with each other, you may have a crossbite. Henderson dentist, Dr. Stephen Hahn at Stephen P. Hahn DDS ‘Advanced Dentistry’ explains more about this condition, its effects, and what you can do to treat it below. A Good Bite In a perfect world, your teeth would all… (Read More)
Continue Reading »First things first, put your worries away! We are not about to tell you that your coffee-drinking days are over. We know that each shot of caffeine is crucial and we cherish our coffee, too! Dr. Hahn at Stephen P. Hahn DDS ‘Advanced Dentistry’ wants to educate you on what causes coffee stains and what… (Read More)
Continue Reading »People in the United States eat more sugar than any other country in the world. (Fortunately, we also have some of the best dentists in the world.) You hear it all the time: “Sugar rots your teeth.” But is it true? What exactly does sugar do to your teeth and why is it so bad?… (Read More)
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