You probably don’t think too much about your routine cleaning and checkup appointments at the dentist, except maybe that you don’t want to go. Perhaps they crop up at inconvenient times for your work or your children’s school schedule, and you wonder why it is you have to go twice a year – especially if your teeth don’t hurt. Well, your family dentist in Sunnyvale is here to share some reasons why your six-month visits are more important than you think.

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You’ve probably heard this statement from your dentist, and you’ll keep hearing it: taking care of your teeth and gums do much more than help you maintain a beautiful smile, it’s about your keeping your whole body in good health! When most patients think about being healthy, the mouth probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But your oral and overall health are closely correlated. That’s why it’s so critical to not only your oral health to visit Dr. George T. Philip, but your overall health. Come receive your preventive care before it’s too late and you’re googling for a “dentist near me!”

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You started smoking cigarettes around the time you were in high school. It quickly became a part of your personality. At some point, you developed a bad sore throat and thought, “Oh my God, please don’t let this be cancer.” You decided to quit for the first time. After your throat got better, one stressor leads to another and you decided to switch to the tin of chewing tobacco rather than squares. Sounds too familiar, right? Ultimately, you gave into your addiction and justified it with, “It’s my only bad habit.” Your Sunnyvale dentist understands how difficult it can be to quit using tobacco, we run into patients that use it all the time! However, that does not make it any better for either your general or oral health. If you think that going smokeless is better for you, think again. Tobacco—no matter what form—is chipping away at your well-being.

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Are you tired of feeling that pit in your stomach whenever you meet someone new? What do they think when you don’t smile? Did they notice your teeth when you talked? When you live with crooked teeth, it’s always on your mind, and it has an affect on your confidence. You’ve thought about straightening your teeth, but perhaps you have questions. Dr. George T. Philip, your Invisalign provider in Sunnyvale, has answers to your Invisalign FAQs.

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If your family was a band, you’d be the manager. If they were an army, you’d be the general. You’re the one who keeps everything organized and makes sure everyone is taken care of, and of course that includes their teeth as well. It’s such a pain to drive everyone to their own dentist, but they need the treatments only they can provide. You’d rather just bring everyone to one place. Isn’t there a doctor in your area that is able to take care of your whole family and will take your MetLife dental insurance? Fortunately, Dr. George T. Philip will do exactly that. His practice is the “one-stop shop” for local families, and today, we’re going to show you why you only need one MetLife dentist in Sunnyvale for everyone you care about. (more…)

Your phone rings and you see that one of your grandchildren is calling. They just started college out of state, and you told them to call whenever they needed a touch of home. You start talking and they can’t understand you, and that’s when you realize you don’t have your dentures in. You’re immediately embarrassed, and quickly go to find them. You’ve stopped wearing them around the house because they are so uncomfortable. For someone like you who is missing a large amount of teeth, All-On-4 dental implants in Sunnyvale could provide you the long-lasting, healthy solution your smile needs. (more…)

Choosing the right health care providers is at the top of everyone’s list of important things to do, especially when you have a family to consider. The same goes for your dental care, and wouldn’t it save you time and stress if the entire family can go to the same dental provider? Here are some of the benefits of choosing Dr. George T. Philip as your family dentist in Sunnyvale.

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Finding the right providers to take care of your family is a challenge, and dentistry is no exception. Wouldn’t it be nice to find a dentist who can meet the needs of every family member in one place? This saves you the time and stress of driving all around town for multiple appointments for each family member. It’s also nice when you can utilize your dental insurance to the maximum. Well, we have great news for you! Dr. George Philip is your Delta Dental dentist in Sunnyvale.

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Missing one or more of your teeth affects more than just your smile; it also affects your nutrition, oral health, confidence, and overall health and well being. Your diet and nutrition suffer because you’re not able to properly chew your food, which affects your digestion and health. Your confidence suffers because you may feel embarrassed or self-conscious about talking and smiling in front of other people. Your oral health suffers because without a replacement, a missing tooth compromises the health of your remaining teeth and your jawbone.

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