Tuscaloosa Dental Blog

While they are many things that do cause cavities and can increase your susceptibility to cavities, at the Tuscaloosa dental office Riverview Dental Designs, we want to debunk some of the commonly accepted myths about these pesky pockets of decay. MYTH #1 Sugar is the Prime Cause of Cavities Ok, this one isn’t a total… Read More

During the month of February, there’s a lot of talk about love and hearts, roses and candy, kisses and hugs. And while you probably already know our stance on those little candy hearts and boxes of chocolate (easy on the sweets!), you may be surprised to learn that at the Tuscaloosa dental office of Riverview… Read More

While the origin of this February 9th holiday is unknown, it’s definitely a holiday we support. Toothaches are painful, and they’re not something we ever want you to experience. That’s why the Tuscaloosa dental office of Riverview Dental Designs wants all of our patients to see National Toothache Day as an important reminder to maintain… Read More

Stress. We all experience it, some of us more than others. It can result from a high pressure job, hard times in life, or when there’s just too much to do. And while a little stress is to be expected, too much stress can cause serious health problems throughout your body, including your mouth. All… Read More

For a lot of us, the new year means making resolutions to look better, get healthier, be happier, or improve life as a whole. Whatever specifics your resolutions may include, don’t overlook the chance to enhance your smile with cosmetic dentistry from Riverview Dental Designs in Tuscaloosa. There’s a lot to say about a healthy,… Read More

You’ll often hear us recommend that you visit us every six months, and sometimes more frequently. And it’s not just because we like to see you! All of us at Riverview Dental Designs in Tuscaloosa want our patients to understand why keeping up with their scheduled checkups is so important. Regular hygiene visits and checkups… Read More

A lot of times we are presented with the question, “Do I really need to floss, or is brushing enough?” All of us at Riverview Dental Designs in Tuscaloosa want you to know that flossing isn’t just a suggestion; it’s an essential part of a healthy oral-wellness routine. Proper flossing can help reduce the risk… Read More

For most people, brushing their teeth is simply something they do. It’s ingrained into their routines. They wake up, brush, go about their day, brush, go to bed. The fact that they’re brushing should be good enough, right? At Riverview Dental Designs in Tuscaloosa we don’t think so, and you shouldn’t either. Brushing your teeth… Read More

We all know that it’s important to brush your teeth at least twice a day – but how do you know if you’re using the right toothbrush and toothpaste? At Riverview Dental Designs in Tuscaloosa, we think it’s important, not only to keep up with brushing your teeth, but to also make sure you know… Read More

We all know that it’s important to brush your teeth at least twice a day — but how do you know if you’re using the right toothbrush? At Riverview Dental Designs in Tuscaloosa, we think it’s important to not only keep up with brushing your teeth, but also to make sure that you know what… Read More