Mention the words “crowns” and “bridges,” and what do you automatically think of? If you’re like most people, you think, “Well, a king wears a crown on his head, and people drive their cars over bridges, to get from one side of land to the other, over water.” But if you’re a dentist or working… Read more »
An essential way of help prevent tooth decay is including fluoride in your diet. Fluoride is a mineral element that is naturally occurring and present in nearly all food and water supplies in the U.S. This element can help fortify teeth, working to prevent cavities and even helping to reverse early signs of tooth decay…. Read more »
Autumn is a special time of year. Selecting a pumpkin, going apple picking or visiting a corn maze are all activities that make the fall a wonderful experience. There are also many different types of foods that are specific to this time of year, and even just a taste or smell of seasonal foods and… Read more »
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and that means Thanksgiving dinners, time off from work, and quite possibly flying around the country to visit your friends and family. Just because the holidays are here, however, doesn’t mean that the needs for dental care will come to an end. Cavities still need to be filled, and… Read more »
Autumn is upon us – a beautiful time, filled with hot apple cider, pumpkin carving and, of course, pumpkin spiced lattes and other fall-flavored coffee. With the days getting shorter, many of us turn to coffee to keep our bodies awake and alert. One of the drawbacks of all this coffee, though, is that it… Read more »
October means pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn mazes, changing of the leaves and Halloween candy-induced cavities. That last one did not sound too fun, now did it? There are ways to enjoy some tasty sweets this Halloween without causing major damage to your teeth. This goes for kids and adults alike. We all enjoy candy, but… Read more »
When it comes to dental care, you should have more tools in your arsenal than just a simple toothbrush, but when you’re choosing other options to add to your medicine cabinet, make sure to choose wisely. You probably have floss in your bathroom, but do you also have a waterpik? Most experts say that waterpiks… Read more »
Along with school, braces are another word no child ever wants to hear. However, sometimes they are unavoidable, leaving your kid dreading going to school and interacting with friends. To make the transition smoother, here are a couple helpful tips to help your young one get past the negative stigma of having braces. Explain When… Read more »
Ouch! We all know that tooth pain is excruciating. Sometimes it goes away and sometimes it doesn’t. Unfortunately, when it doesn’t, you can become very uncomfortable. But what does this mean? It may be that you need something called a root canal. We know that the phrase “root canal” is scary in itself, but it… Read more »
As you get older, you are more likely to hear about gum disease from your dentist. But, do you really know what gum disease is? Or, what causes it? Periodontal (gum) disease is the inflammation of the tissues surrounding your teeth and, if left untreated, can progressively worsen, damaging your gums and promoting tooth loss…. Read more »
It’s getting to be about that time. Commercials on TV, sales going on everywhere – it’s back-to-school season, a time when kids and adults alike prepare for the upcoming start of another year of education. Despite all of this work to get ready, many kids and adults are neglecting something in the process – their… Read more »
Back to school means back to fall sports for many children, teens and young adults. Starting with football season, school sports are challenging, fun and potentially dangerous, with the chance of injury lurking around every play. When people think about sports injuries, typically arm, leg and head injuries come to mind. However, dental injuries are… Read more »
