We all know that good dental care starts at a young age, but for a tired, worn-out mom, it is many times easier said than done to get your kiddos to brush and floss as they should. Here are a…
Category: Preventive
Seeing a dentist is important to oral health and here’s why
You’ve heard us say it many times before. Good dental health begins with regularly scheduled appointments. At a minimum, a healthy person should see their dentist two times per year; with at-risk groups coming more frequently. But have you ever…
Bruxism: What is it and what can you do to prevent it
Teeth grinding is a condition that involves involuntary grinding, clenching, or gnashing of the teeth and can occur at any age. When these actions occur repeatedly and regularly, they can cause tooth decay or other oral health problems. Signs of…
Adding oral care to your nighttime routine
For most Americans, nighttime comes with rituals of some sort. Whether washing your face and taking out your contacts or turning the fan on and the air conditioner down so the room is the perfect temperature, we all have things…
Skip the soda and drink water instead
While it may be tempting to pick up a soda or an energy drink when you are thirsty, doing so regularly can negatively affect your short-term and long-term health. Instead, the smarter and better thing for your body is to…
Caring for your child’s smile
It’s never too early to teach your children healthy habits — especially when it comes to their smiles! This helps set the foundation for a lifetime of healthy dental habits and saves you the stress of getting cavities filled. (No…
Dental myths debunked
Don’t let dental myths steer you away from proper oral care practices. Your smile deserves to be taken care of, and this includes having strong dental hygiene knowledge. In this blog, we debunk and correct a few of the most…
Smile-healthy salads to try this season
What you eat matters. Did you know your diet affects your overall health and the health of your smile? So, if you’re trying to make your diet greener and cleaner this spring, you’re in luck. Here are a few smile-healthy…
Why dental X-rays are necessary
Dental X-rays are a vital part of your oral health and hygiene. Not only do dental X-rays help uncover hidden problems, but they also allow dentists to plan and perform treatments to relieve these problems. Here’s why X-rays are great…
Introduction to electric toothbrushes
Maybe you’ve never owned an electric toothbrush, or maybe you’ve used one for years, either way it’s important to understand the basics of this popular dental tool. Electric toothbrushes take cleaning your smile to the next level with oscillating or…