S. John Salivonchik D.M.D., P.C.

How Long Have Toothbrushes Been Around?

January 31, 2013

You brush your teeth every day—you should, at least—but have you ever wondered how long toothbrushes have been around? The answer might surprise you.

Most of us would imagine that toothbrushes are relatively modern. And that’s true, to an extent. It wasn’t until 1938 that the modern toothbrush was invented. But that doesn’t mean no one took care of their teeth before that.

Quite the opposite, in fact.

People were cleaning their teeth as far back as 3000 BC, when they used frayed twigs instead of toothbrushes. Then, in 15th century China, the first bristle toothbrush was made with boar hair.

Since then, there have been a number of changes and improvements made to toothbrushes. Even...

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Create a Beautiful Smile for Valentine’s Day with Cosmetic Dentistry

January 18, 2013

We’re just weeks away from Valentine’s Day, a time when many of us want to look and feel our best for the one we love. One way of achieving that goal is with cosmetic dentistry. How your smile looks can have a significant impact on your sense of confidence. It can even affect how others think about you.

With the popular services offered under cosmetic dentistry, patients are achieving the whiter and straighter smiles they’ve dreamed of. Dr. Salivonchik’s cosmetic dentistry services include:

Each one of these services is effective, but not every one of them is...

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Dental Checkup for the New Year

January 4, 2013

Close-up of dental mirror and other dental instruments

The New Year is a time when people are thinking about fresh starts and making New Year’s resolutions. This year, consider adding your teeth to your list of resolutions. Get started on the right foot by scheduling your regular checkup today!

In order to have good dental health, it’s important to make sure you come to Dr. Salivonchik’s office twice a year for your regular dental checkup appointment. Brushing and flossing aren’t enough on their own to keep your teeth healthy.

We also test for gum disease, oral cancer, and inspect your mouth for cavities. This important preventative care is why it is so important to have regular checkups. If...

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Teeth Whitening for a New Year

December 21, 2012

Is your smile not as dazzlingly white as you’d like? Sick of your yellowing, stained teeth? You should consider teeth whitening from Dr. Salivonchik.

Teeth whitening is a simple way to get the beautiful, white smile of your dreams. You’ll come in for a consultation with Dr. Salivonchik and will discuss if teeth whitening is the right choice for you. If you are a candidate, then we will make a dental impression of your teeth. This impression will be used to make custom whitening trays.

These trays will be filled with a special bleaching gel that you’ll wear on your teeth for a specific amount of time each day. Depending...

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Squeeze In a Fall Checkup before the Holidays

October 16, 2012

October is here, and that means fall is well under way. And with fall comes a change in the weather and beautiful fall colors. It also means the holidays are about to begin; Halloween is just weeks away, with Thanksgiving and the Christmas season just around the corner. Along with the holidays come two things: holiday treats and holiday parties. Wouldn’t you like to enjoy all that this time of year has to offer without feeling self-conscious about your smile?

During a fall checkup and cleaning at Dr. Salivonchik’s Coplay dental office, we can complete a thorough oral exam that will help us—and you—understand how your smile is doing. We can...

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