Good Oral Health for Kids Starts with Us
We want the best oral health for your child, but before we can do that, it is important to focus on ourselves. Parents are the first role model that children look up to, which means if we have poor oral…
We want the best oral health for your child, but before we can do that, it is important to focus on ourselves. Parents are the first role model that children look up to, which means if we have poor oral…
A fear of the dentist is normal. It can even cause us to become paralyzed with fear, making it impossible to go to a dental appointment or have a necessary dental procedure performed. Almost 15 percent of Americans suffer from…
Many people are concerned about germs. When we constantly wash our hands, avoid places that are specifically known for an abundance of germs and continuously disinfecting our home, we could be missing one very large component of the germs in…
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to oral health. Even the best oral health care habits can result in enamel erosion. It takes more than good oral health care to have a bright, white smile. Our…
Your smile says a lot about you, whether you are meeting someone for the first time or the hundredth time. It is the first thing that many people see about you and the one aspect of your appearance that sets the…
There is no definite age that children should get dental sealants; it depends on the growth of their teeth. The general age is between 6-14, depending on when the molars come in. The sealants can be applied to pre-molars…
It seems like common sense to brush your teeth after you eat, but some dentists actually brushing before you eat to be more effective. Brushing your teeth after eating makes sense, because you need to remove the gunk and bacteria sitting…
Did you know that even if your child doesn't have any visible teeth yet, they can still get cavities? Babies are born with their primary teeth already present in the jaw. Starting infants off with good oral care is…
Have you ever wondered why your food tastes bad right after you brush your teeth? There’s a reason for it-more than just the minty flavoring of the toothpaste! Many types of toothpaste have a substance called sodium laureth sulfate…
A candy that eats away bad bacteria? This may sound too good to be true, but studies done by a Berlin-based firm suggest this has validity. There are two strains of bacteria present in the mouth, one of which…