Humans may be the only species to book dentist appointments, but we’re not alone when it comes to having teeth! Almost all creatures have some form of teeth to help them chew and digest their meals. Here are 10 other…
Author: jacksondental
The most important vitamins for oral health
Vitamins and minerals are vital for everyday bodily functions and overall health. They’re also vital to maintain and strengthen your oral health. Each vitamin or mineral provides a unique benefit to your body, including the teeth and gums! Here are…
Signs and causes of teeth grinding
Teeth grinding is a condition that involves involuntary grinding, clenching or gnashing of the teeth. Some people just grind their teeth when they’re stressed, but if it’s done repeatedly and regularly, it can cause tooth decay or other oral health…
5 tooth-healthy after school snacks
School is back in session, which means after school snack time is also back. However, most store-bought snack options are full of sugar—the ingredient that causes cavities. So, before you grab the candy and chips, check out these tooth-friendly snack…
Don’t skip your dentist appointments, here’s why
Everyone is back from their vacations. Work is piling up and calendars are filling up. The “To-Do” list keeps getting longer. As each day gets busier, you may be tempted to skip your next dentist appointment. However, going to the…
Building back-to-school brushing habits
Summer break is over, and school is back in session. Now, it’s time for early mornings, bus rides, packed lunches and … a new dental hygiene routine?! That’s right. Now is the perfect time to start fresh with your child’s…
Wisdom teeth 101
Every year, five million people have their wisdom teeth removed, according to Vox. It is a common surgery, especially among younger people. Most people will have issues with their wisdom teeth, and have them extracted between their late teenage years…
5 sweet treats that won’t hurt your teeth
Sugar is notoriously bad for your teeth, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s delicious! Once you have a sweet craving, it can be super hard to satisfy it. Cookies and brownies and candy bars may taste good, but…
How mouth breathing affects oral health
Breathing comes naturally. We do it without having to think about it, even when we’re asleep. However, just because you don’t have to think about breathing, doesn’t mean you’re breathing correctly. Bad habits like mouth breathing have been proven to…
Caring for your teeth with braces
Braces are the perfect trap for sticky, brittle and crunchy food particles. This is why so many braces-wearers are told to avoid food like popcorn and caramel-filled candy bars. Other food can also get trapped between braces wires and cause…