Stop crunching on those seemingly innocent ice cubes. They’re damaging your teeth! You can brush your teeth twice a day, visit your dentist regularly, stay away from sugary foods, and still damage your teeth with habits like ice cube chewing. …
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Healthy recipes to try this Spring
Start the new season with healthy and delicious recipes! Here’s a few easy (and tooth-friendly) foods to serve your family this Spring. Strawberry overnight oats Strawberries are great for your teeth and contain malic acid which acts as a natural…
Fun teeth facts
Your smile is more than a set of teeth. Your smile has a story to tell, and it’s an interesting one. Here are a couple fun teeth facts to impress your dentist with! Teeth are the only part of the…
Tooth sensitivity 101
Does ice cream make you scream in pain instead of joy? If so, you’re not alone. According to dental surveys, about 1 in 8 adults may have overly sensitive teeth. But just because it’s common to cringe at cold, hot,…
Brushing tips you shouldn’t forget!
Yes, it’s true. You brush your teeth every day, and you’ve done it for a long, long time. However, that doesn’t mean there’s no room for improvement! Here are some easy tooth brushing tips to incorporate into your daily routine.…
How seasonal allergies affect oral health
Spring is just around the corner with blooming flowers, sunshine, warmer weather – and allergies. According to CDC data, almost 20% of adults in the United States suffer from seasonal allergies that leave you coughing and sneezing and affect your…
Invisalign® : the future of straight smiles
The orthodontics industry saw a boom in business following the pandemic. According to Fortune Business Insights, the industry is expected to reach a value of about $10 billion by 2026. More and more people are desiring straight teeth, but not…
Sugar addiction and oral health
On cold wintery days, there’s nothing better than a batch of warm cookies. Sweet treats like cookies, cakes, and donuts comfort us in the darker, winter months. They satisfy our sweet tooth. But once you have one treat, it’s easy…
Cosmetic dental tips for a bright smile
A smile is one of the first features we notice in a person. It is the spotlight of family and school photos. It is a way of expressing joy, or greeting others. A smile serves many functions in our lives,…
Signs of mouth cancer and early prevention
According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 60 men, or 1 in 141 women will develop mouth cancer in their lifetime. This form of cancer is most likely to affect the tongue, the throat, gums and other parts of…