Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
“The purpose of all war is peace.” – Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in late May, that is what Memorial Day is all about. It is a […]
Caring for Your Smile While Wearing Invisalign®
Getting your braces off is exciting. You’ve been working on your new smile for months or years, and it’s time for the trips to our Fort Myers, Florida office to pay off. Can you imagine how bad it would be to discover that your teeth are straight, but that there’s decay? Caring for your smile […]
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
At Hand Family Dentistry, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of the most common ways we recommend to boost your oral health is by improving your diet, because you (and your mouth) truly are what […]
Why Adults Are Choosing Invisalign®
These days, it’s become more common to see adults at our office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners . . . that is, if you can see them! Whether they are seeking to overcome the stigma that “braces are just for kids,” or simply want straighter teeth without a mouth full of metal, […]
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us take the opportunity to display a bit of Gaelic spirit. Green Clothing (it’s tradition!) Green Hat (for a jaunty look) Green Shamrock (always the perfect […]
More Adults Are Opting for Invisalign®
These days it’s becoming more and more common to see adults at our Fort Myers, Florida office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners — that is, if you can see them! Treatment with Invisalign is effective and aesthetically pleasing for all ages, but adults have certainly taken to them. For some it may […]
Mouthguard Q&A
Today, the doctor and our team at Hand Family Dentistry thought we would talk about mouthguards, what they are, where to get them, and when to use them. Q: What is a mouthguard? A: A mouthguard, which is made of soft plastic, is a flexible, removable device that fits in your mouth and is adapted […]
Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering some dental side effects as well. When you have pollen allergies, pollen triggers your body’s immune system to release histamines. Histamines are part of the […]
Thanks to Invisalign®, you can have a perfect smile without metal wires or brackets!
When it comes to straightening your smile, our team at Hand Family Dentistry knows that having a mouth full of metal braces may not be your idea of fun. Luckily for you, the doctor can offer a cosmetic alternative: Invisalign! Using a series of clear, comfortable, and completely customized aligners, you can get the smile […]
Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen®
There are so many adults and teens in our Fort Myers, Florida office who would love to have their teeth straightened but that are unwilling to go through the long and unsightly process of traditional metal braces. Well, that’s where Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen® come to the rescue; the most advanced clear aligner systems in […]
