Bayberry Dental Care

Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Proper Flossing Technique

Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS provides the best dental care for patients, and encourages them to continue a great routine of care at home.  Regular flossing is essential to maintaining oral health and you should floss once a day, either before or after brushing. Remember these tips to help you floss effectively:



  • A strand of dental floss about 18 inches long allows you to wrap the ends of the floss around a finger on each hand. This gives you excellent control over the portion of floss you are using.

  • The proper technique to flossing is sliding the floss between the teeth and rubbing the floss back and forth up until you reach your gums.

  • Pushing at your gums too hard with floss can damage your gum line, and isn’t necessary to floss effectively. Think of a small swooping motion as you rub the floss up to one gum, then down and back up towards the other.

  • As you move on to the next tooth, adjust the floss to expose an unused portion. Repeat this rubbing motion between each tooth and dispose of the floss once you are finished.


To learn more about flossing, oral hygiene, and all the services we provide at our practice, visit www.bayberrydentalcare.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS in our Tinley Park, IL office, call Bayberry Dental Care at 708-802-8300. 

Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Teeth Whitening

Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS knows her patients always want to present their brightest and whitest smile.  Many ask the doctor and her staff about over the counter products, and have tried them with underwhelming results.  Instead of winging it with retail products, come see us for a consultation and get your own custom whitening system.  During a consultation your dentist will examine the level of staining on your teeth and be able to tell you what kind of results you can expect from the whitening system.


To whiten your teeth at home, you will be fit with custom whitening trays made from molds of your teeth.  For a treatment, apply the whitening gel directly onto the trays and fit them over your teeth.  Your dentist will advise how often you should treat at home and how long each treatment can last.  Following dentist’s instructions, patients have seen this system whiten their smiles 4-8 shades!


To learn more about teeth whitening and all the services we provide, visit www.bayberrydentalcare.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS in our Tinley Park, IL office, call Bayberry Dental Care at 708-802-8300. 

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Night Guards

When a patient clenches his or her teeth this action can erode tooth enamel making them prone to sensitivity. Grinding can also wear down teeth increasing the risk of costly dental procedures down the line to fix the problem. There are several ways to alleviate symptoms of bruxism, including night guards. Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS may suggest one after a diagnosis is reached.


A night guard is an appliance that is worn throughout the night to alleviate pressure that is put on the jaw. Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS creates custom night guards that are designed for the patient’s mouth and his or hers only. Regardless of what is causing your bruxism, the night guard will prevent you from grinding teeth during sleep and protect them from dental damage.


If you have questions about night guards, don’t hesitate to give us a call. To learn about services we provide at our practice, visit www.bayberrydentalcare.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS in our Tinley Park, IL office, call Bayberry Dental Care at 708-802-8300.

Saturday, November 4, 2017

Foods That Promote Oral Health

Diet has more of an impact on oral health than you may think. Poor nutrition that doesn’t consist of the nutrients your body needs may cause your mouth to have a more difficult time, fighting against infections, periodontal disease, and tooth decay. Proper nutrition means eating a well-balanced diet that avoids sugars and harmful acids. Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS is here to suggest foods that promote healthy teeth.


Cheese lovers will be happy to know that eating cheese lowers the risk of tooth decay. This is because cheese contains calcium and protein that help strengthen tooth enamel. Leafy greens, vegetables such as carrots and celery, apples, and almonds help fight against plaque, increase saliva flow in the mouth, and overall promote a healthy body as well as a healthy smile. On top of increasing the number of healthy foods in your diet, avoid beverages that contain sugar as they are harmful to teeth.


If you have questions about diet and dental health, don’t hesitate to give us a call. To learn about services we provide at our practice, visit www.bayberrydentalcare.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Falsey, DDS in our Tinley Park, IL office, call Bayberry Dental Care at 708-802-8300.