DR Jon Bowie DMD

Dentist's Advice: Stop Flossing!

Share onYep, you read that right: I’m a dentist and I’m suggesting that you throw away your floss.When I first advise my patients to stop flossing, they usually look at me like I’m crazy—it's been ingrained in their minds that flossing is essential to their health. Unfortunately, most dentists’ advice around flossing is misguided.As you well know, an inordinate amount of food gets stuck between our teeth after meals. Traditionally, we've been taught to use a thin, waxy string to…

What is Dental Phobia and Dental Anxiety

Dental phobia and dental anxiety can make it very difficult for people to keep regular dentist appointments. Find out more about dental phobia.

Scrape your tongue and discover a new world of oral health

Adopt a brand-new health practice this year and take up the ancient art of tongue scraping. Admittedly, the name "tongue scraping" doesn't sound appealing, but this modern western trend is the newest way to clean your mouth, remove toxic build-up, keep breath fresh and prevent the accumulation of food debris, fungi and dead cells. All of these reasons are why tongue scraping should be your number one new year's resolution.

11 ways you're ruining your teeth without even realising

This Is Exactly How You Should Be Taking Care of Your Teeth Every Single Day

Oral health—Use these daily dental care tips to improve your oral health.

Dental checkups: How often are they needed?

Checkups. Cleanings. X-rays. Just how often should Canadians be seen by a dentist to keep their teeth and gums in optimal health?

How to Deal with Dental Phobia and Dental Anxiety

Dental phobias and dental anxiety can be eliminated through three different approaches

Why Dental Bonding is an Excellent Restoration for Kids

If your child has a decayed tooth, a chipped tooth, or another shape or crack issue, dental bonding can be an excellent restoration for ...

Should You Get Dental Crowns?

The term dental crown can be frightening for some patients, but it shouldn't be. Crowns are a common method for creating more beautiful teeth and saving damaged teeth.

4 Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments to Give You a Happier Smile

Todays modern cosmetic dentistry treatments can solve almost any issue that' you may be facing with your teeth. Here are four useful ways it can help.

Invisalign and Teeth Whitening: A Powerful Duo

Invisalign and teeth whitening are a powerful duo. Get a customized smile makeover from Premier Smile Center in Fort Lauderdale.

Things I Learned From David Bowie

David Bowie had a genius that set him apart, but his career provides a bounty of lessons we can all learn from and apply to our creation of art and music.

Improving Your Smile Invisibly

Whether you’re looking to improve your smile or fix some imperfections in the position of your teeth, Invisalign is the leading technology for aligning your teeth in the exact way you want them. These transparent aligners allow you to change the shape of your teeth without the need to feel self-conscious about your usage of …

How to Succeed as an Artist and Filmmaker, the David Bowie Way

What can filmmakers learn from master showman David Bowie?

Spoil Yourself with Cosmetic Dentistry

The year is still new, and you’ve got time to get your smile ready before summer vacation or the holidays later this year.

Adjusting to a New Dental Office

Choosing a new dental office may take a little time, but a great dentist is worth it. Here are a few questions to ask when transferring dentist

Cosmetic dentistry can keep your smile looking bright

YORK, YORK COUNTY, Pa.-- Your normal trips to the dentist are for cleaning and dental hygiene.However, those visits may not enhance the visual appearance of your teeth.Today on FOX43 Morning News, Dr. Anthony Skiadis from Smilebuilderz will discuss cosmetic dentistry.