January is all but behind us now, and if you were planning to make any resolutions for 2012 you’ve probably made them already. But here’s a resolution you may not have considered making—a smile resolution.
What exactly is a smile resolution?
Essentially, it’s a promise you make about your oral health, namely that you’ll make it priority throughout the entire year. In other words, it’s a promise to brush twice daily, floss at least once daily, and to gargle with an anti-bacterial mouthwash.
And just as important, it’s a promise to visit Dr. Simmons’ Chesapeake dental office twice a year. Regular visits like these are important because they give Dr. Simmons a chance to check your smile for signs of gum disease, tooth decay, TMJ dysfunction, bruxism, and oral cancer.
Regular visits also give our team a chance to thoroughly clean your smile. Professional cleanings can provide your smile with greater protection than brushing and flossing alone, ultimately helping you achieve your goal of reaching your best possible smile.
If you’re ready to schedule your first visit of the year, call our Chesapeake dental office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Simmons. We serve patients from Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton Roads, Moycock, Elizabeth City, Currituck, Outer Banks, and surrounding areas.
Christmas is just a few day away now, and in addition to wishing everyone a happy, safe, and fun holiday, 
Whether you’ll be traveling tomorrow or just getting together with a few friends or family members at your house, we hope you have a happy Thanksgiving holiday. And with tomorrow being such a special day, we hope you’ll take the opportunity to splurge just a little. Your oral health is important, no question about it, but tomorrow is about spending time with loved ones and taking stock of all you have to be thankful for.
If you’re missing a tooth,