Regular dental check-ups are a crucial part of oral health maintenance. You should see your dentist twice a year for maintenance. But, for most people, finding the time in your schedule for an appointment tends to be the hardest part. Be sure to find the time though, as your oral health depends on it. Once Read More
At Westover Family Dentistry in Winchester, VA, we do our best to remain available for emergencies. Please call our office if you think you are experiencing a dental emergency. We don’t want you to feel like you’re on your own when it comes to your oral health. That being said, sometimes our patients run Read More
We know that exercise is very important for both our mental and physical health. However, have you thought about the effects of running on your oral health? While those two things may seem unrelated, they’re actually not. Fear not, Dr. Austin Westover and Dr. Bryant Ash at Westover Family Dentistry will explain the correlation between running Read More
Invisalign is on a constant rise as a preferred choice of treatment by teenagers and adults. This cost-effective treatment gives you a healthy and beautiful appearance in a shorter time than traditional braces! Invisalign comes with numerous benefits, however, there are a few things you should take care of in order to ensure a comfortable Read More
Part of maintaining good oral hygiene is making sure to brush your teeth multiple times throughout the day. While most of us know to brush after eating, how soon is too soon? In order to answer that question, Dr. Austin Westover and Dr. Bryant Ash at Westover Family Dentistry will first explain the science behind tooth Read More
Everyone knows that garlic and onions are the usual culprits for bad breath. But do you know what other foods may be causing your stinky breath? Read on to find out what Dr. Austin Westover and Dr. Bryant Ash at Westover Family Dentistry has to say about some bad breath causing foods! Pasta Sauce The acidity Read More
Good oral hygiene is a crucial part of a person’s health. Thus, it is imperative that parents help teach their kids not only to brush their teeth twice a day but also how to do so effectively. Rather than making it a chore, try to make cleaning their teeth a fun and enjoyable experience. To Read More
It’s 11 pm and, while you should be in bed, you’re standing in front of the fridge trying to decide a snack of choice before calling it a night. You know this isn’t the best life choice for your waistline, but did you know that it’s also bad for your oral health. Continue reading to Read More
Are you ready for the spine-tingling spookiness of Halloween? The costumes, the parties, and the haunted houses await. But lurking beneath the surface of this candy-coated holiday is a frightful menace – tooth decay! Yes, you heard it right, there’s nothing scarier than the thought of cavities creeping in like ghosts in the night. The Read More
The headline of this blog post is pretty shocking, isn’t it? Many people are unaware of the link between asthma and tooth decay resulting from a dry mouth. Here is some more information from Dr. Austin Westover and Dr. Bryant Ash at Westover Family Dentistry. You may be wondering what asthma has to do Read More
Getting older isn’t a favorite topic of conversation, but it is important to understand how the body changes as it ages so you can continue to live a happy and healthy life as you grow older. One thing that changes as you age that people don’t often think about is your smile. Read on to Read More
While it may seem like water is your only beverage option, fear not, as there are still a few drinks available that can quench your thirst and are good for your teeth. Milk Not only can it help build strong bones, but milk is a great source of calcium. Calcium helps to repair and Read More
It’s the start of a new day and you’re going through the motions of your morning routine. As you begin flossing, you notice your gums start to bleed in some areas. Is this normal? While bleeding gums from flossing does not mean your mouth isn’t clean, it can be a sign that you aren’t flossing Read More
There are a lot of reasons you should be flashing those pearly whites more often – smiling is good for your health! According to Psychology Today, when you smile you activate neural messaging that benefits your health and happiness. It is important to find reasons to smile and be grateful for all the lessons we’ve Read More
Just like the rest of your body, your mouth and teeth need to be well-nourished and taken care of in order to keep your smile radiant. Dr. Austin Westover and Dr. Bryant Ash at Westover Family Dentistry has four tips for keeping the beautiful and healthy smile you deserve! Brush and Floss The American Dental Read More
With the growing popularity of juicing in recent years, more of our patients have been turning to this diet as a means of increasing their fruit and vegetable intake. While blending veggies, fruits, and other nutrients together can be very beneficial for overall health, do you really know the effects on your oral health? The Read More
All of us here at Westover Family Dentistry have heard the expression “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Taking this to heart can make our teeth stronger and brighter if we eat the right foods to support that healthy smile. Even though Veneers, crowns, and fillings, along with professional whitening Read More
Walking down the aisles at the grocery store can be overwhelming, and sometimes it’s hard to know which foods are healthy. It always pays off to check labels for high sugar content, high levels of acid, or ingredients you’ve never heard of. Here are some tips on foods to watch out for. Remember, it always Read More
Vitamins and minerals are essential for your health. But vitamins are not just good for keeping your energy up or gut health; they are also integral to good oral health. Your teeth are bones, just like those that make up your arms and legs, and therefore require the same support as the bones in the Read More