Healthy Halloween Treats
Halloween can be a lot of fun, but it’s certainly not your dentist’s favorite holiday! From chocolate, to taffy, to bubble gum, those sugary treats are not great for your teeth, or for your overall health. This year, let Halloween bring a clean, white smile to your face with these healthier treats. Peanut Butter-Dipped […]
Laser Dentistry: Cutting Edge Dental Technology
The word laser is actually an acronym for Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation. There has been a plethora of research studies over the last two decades in laser application, and it has been proven to be a reliable, safe method of treating a number of dental issues. Using this cutting edge dental technology […]
October is National Dental Hygiene Month
October is here, and The American Dental Hygienists’ Association, ADHA, is promoting awareness about the importance of practicing proper oral health care. Now is a great time to schedule an appointment with your dentist and brush up on practicing good dental hygiene. This year’s focus is on the Daily 4, four simple ways to maintain your healthy smile, and it’s […]
What Can You Do to Avoid Cavities
A cavity is a hole that develops in your tooth due to repeated acid exposure. There are steps you can take, however, to interrupt this process and actually reverse it. How Cavities Develop Cavities develop after repeated acid attacks on your tooth’s enamel. Over time, the enamel is eroded and a hole, or cavity, develops. Dental plaque, or […]
Back-to-School Tips for Dental Health
In the hustle and bustle of activities that you and your kids will be doing to prepare for heading back to school, it’s easy for kid and teen dental health to be temporarily overlooked. The American Dental Association states, however, that a dental examination is an important part of your child’s back-to-school planning as well as immunizations and booster shots. […]
How to Prevent Dental Anxiety
Most people don’t particularly enjoy going to the dentist, but when an upcoming dental visit has you feeling so nervous and uptight that your heart starts pounding and your hands start shaking, you’re likely suffering from dental anxiety. Fear of the dentist and dental anxiety are very common, and they keep many patients from seeking […]
Why You Should See Your Dentist Twice a Year
If you want to maintain healthy teeth and gums, it’s important to visit your dentist for a thorough cleaning and checkup on a regular basis. For most patients, we recommend seeing the dentist twice per year. Why are such frequent visits necessary? Here’s a look: Problems can be detected and treated before they worsen. By […]
How to “Green” Up Your Dental Care
With the demand for natural and organic products at an all-time high, we’ve been asked for tips on “green” dental care alternatives as well. Rather than over-the-counter tooth whitening products, teeth polishing scrubs, anti-cavity pastes, enamel-rebuilding rinses and other oral care products you may find in the dental care isle, consider remedies provided by Mother Earth […]
National Nutrition Month: Eat these Foods for Healthy Teeth
Your nutrition affects your overall health, and even your teeth! When your diet is poor, your teeth are one of the first areas to show decline. In honor of National Nutrition Month, we’ve compiled a list of foods below that promote healthier teeth and gums. Apples, Carrots, and Celery When you eat these three foods, […]
3 Steps to Prevent Gum Disease
You know you can prevent yellow teeth and bad breath with proper oral hygiene, but what about heart disease? Heart disease and gum disease are potentially linked. Periodontitis and gingivitis cause inflammation and excess bacteria – two things that can increase the likelihood of heart disease and stroke. What’s the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis? […]