Posts Categorized: General Dentistry

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, all of us at the Glen Allen dental office of Dr. Glenn Fortner want to talk a little bit about whether kissing is good or bad for your smile and how it can affect your oral health.  Even though taking a lesson in kissing from your dentist in Glen… Read more »

Every year on February 9th, we celebrate National Toothache Day. A holiday devoted to toothaches? We think it’s a bit odd too. But that doesn’t mean we aren’t going to commemorate it! At Dr. Glenn Fortner’s Glen Allen dental office, we want this year’s National Toothache Day to bring out the best in your smile… Read more »

When we’re stressed, we may experience a headache, a stomachache, or the sense of irritability. But too much stress can cause a multitude of problems in our bodies and in our mouths. At Dr. Glenn Fortner’s dental office in Glen Allen, we want to help our patients understand how daily stressors might be affecting their… Read more »

As we celebrate the beginning of a new year, many of us will use this opportunity to make resolutions to lose weight, stop smoking, spend more time with family. Some people even resolve to take care of the smile they’ve been hiding. At the Glen Allen dental office of Dr. Glenn Fortner, we can help… Read more »

Do you hide your smile because your teeth aren’t as bright or white as you’d like? You’re not alone. Many people don’t like the color of their smiles and are turning towards teeth whitening as a fix.With so many whitening options available, choosing the right one for you can be confusing. From professional whitenings to… Read more »

In order to maintain a healthy mouth, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that you visit your dentist at least twice a year, and we agree. All of us at the dental office of Dr. Glenn Fortner in Glen Allen want to express the importance of visiting us at least every six months for optimum… Read more »

At Glenn Fortner, DDS in Glen Allen, we hear this question often, “Is flossing really that important?” The short answer is, “Yes, flossing is that important.” And here’s why. Flossing is a crucial part of having a healthy mouth and healthy gums. In fact, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends daily flossing in order to… Read more »

Brushing your teeth seems like a pretty straightforward task: Brush in the morning, brush at night and that’s all there is to it. However, all of us at Glenn Fortner, DDS in Glen Allen want you to know that it’s not really that simple. While brushing at least twice a day is great for your… Read more »

In our last blog, we talked about using the right toothbrush for optimal oral health. All of us at Glenn Fortner, DDS in Glen Allen also think it’s important that our patients know how to choose the best toothpaste to keep their smiles healthy. With so many options to choose from, selecting the right toothpaste… Read more »

Walking down the toothbrush aisle at the local supermarket can be an overwhelming experience –  especially if you aren’t sure what you’re looking for. When choosing the right toothbrush for your smile, there are a few important characteristics to take into consideration other than simply your favorite color or the one that’s on sale. Glen… Read more »