REGULAR BRUSHING AND FLOSSING remain your best protection against tooth decay and gum disease. However, there are some tooth-friendly foods out there that will help you maintain a bright, healthy smile and even naturally whiten your teeth! Here are some foods that help whiten your teeth. Fruits And Veggies Fruits such as apples and strawberries…
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Why You May Need To See The Dentist More Frequently
GOING TO THE DENTIST TWICE A YEAR, while a good rule of thumb, is not necessarily fitting for everyone. Depending on certain lifestyle choices and medical conditions, some people need to see their dentist even more frequently. Preventative Care Protects Your Smile Fifty years ago, there were really no instructions as to how often you…
Oral Health Myths—Busted!
WE’VE ALL HEARD VARIOUS “FACTS” when it comes to our oral health—different ways to clean our teeth and gums, what is good or bad for them, etc. As your trusted dental professionals, we’re here to set the record straight about some of the most common oral health myths. Myth #1: “If my teeth don’t hurt,…
Cavities All Of A Sudden?
SOMEONE CAN GO THEIR WHOLE LIFE without having a cavity, and seemingly out of nowhere find themselves at the dentist for a filling or two. How does this happen? Here are some reasons your dental status might be in sudden flux: Changes In Your Daily Routine The stress of changes in your daily routine, like starting…
What You Should Know About Your Child’s Loose Tooth
DO YOU REMEMBER losing your baby teeth? For children, it is an extremely important milestone that symbolizes becoming a “big kid!” Losing their first tooth—and every tooth after that—is a special moment, not only because they’ll be receiving a visit from the tooth fairy, but also because it is a sign they are growing up. Here’s…
Alcohol’s Effect On Our Gum Health
EVEN IF YOU only enjoy an occasional glass of wine, it’s important to know how it can affect your gum health. A recent study published in the Journal of Periodontology brings new light to the connection between alcohol consumption and gum disease. Drinking Can Raise Our Risk For Gum Disease By 27 Percent Over 500…
How To Make Brushing More Fun!
BRUSHING YOUR TEETH twice a day for two minutes is an important practice that helps keep your smile bright and healthy. But, does it have to be boring? We certainly don’t think so! Brush For A Full Two Minutes Using proper brushing technique for at least two minutes is necessary to ensure that all tooth…
Is Chilly Weather Hurting Your Teeth?
WE MAY FEEL the dropping temperature in our toes, but we shouldn’t be feeling it in our teeth! Some of us experience a shock of pain as we breathe in the crisp air, or sip some hot chocolate. Tooth sensitivity tends to manifest in temperature extremes, so we notice it more during the winter season.…
A Smile To Be Proud Of At Any Age
AGING BRINGS CHANGES. Some of those changes we love, and some drive us crazy. But every change is better when you have a caring professional on your side. Many believe that lost teeth are inevitable with the progressing years. That’s simply not true! With proper care, your teeth can last a lifetime. And with modern…
Oral Health And Hearing: Brushing Is Music To Our Ears
HAVE YOU EVER HEARD your favorite music performed live? You likely noticed things that often don’t come across in a low-quality recording—the exact texture of the instruments and richness of the sound, for example. The parts of our auditory system that pick these things up are delicate, and can be dulled by trauma or disease.…
