What are the best and worst foods for your teeth? Read the sometimes surprising answers and get some helpful suggestions in our blog.
Are Dental X-Rays Safe?
Many wonder: “Are dental x-rays safe?” Here are the facts you need to help you decide what is best for you and your family’s dental care.
Flossing: Important or Not? [Infographic]
There has recently been some controversy over the importance of flossing – is flossing really necessary to maintain healthy teeth? Despite conflicting reports, dentists defend keeping flossing a priority. Don’t toss your floss into the trash just yet – there are several sound reasons to keep flossing a part of your daily oral care routine. […]
How to “Spring Clean” Your Dental Health Routine
Warmer weather, budding trees…signs of spring are all around us! The first few glimpses of spring-like weather may send us into a spring cleaning frenzy around our homes and yards. Before you grab your bucket, squeegee, and mop, take a moment to think about your dental health routine. Could it use a little sprucing up? […]
5 Valuable Tips to Beat Tooth Sensitivity
Gulp – ouch! You just took a sip of your favorite drink and are now experiencing a sharp pain through your teeth. Does this scenario sound familiar? Maybe it’s your favorite hot or cold dish that’s setting off these pains. Either way, you may have sensitive teeth. Several factors could trigger tooth sensitivity pain, including […]
How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies [Infographic]
Dental emergencies can happen at any time. Would you know what to do if you or a family member suffered from a broken or knocked out tooth? You can do your part now by keeping your teeth healthy with daily brushing and flossing and regular checkups at your dentist. However, accidents happen without warning. To help […]
How to Baby Your Teeth During Pregnancy
If you’re not up on the latest oral-systemic link, it may seem odd that pregnancy affects your teeth, but it does! At the same time, your dental health has a very real effect on your developing baby. Many articles report that poor dental habits have been associated with premature delivery, intrauterine growth restriction, gestational diabetes, and preeclampsia. […]
How to Protect Your Teeth from Chlorine While Swimming
Taking a dip in the pool is a great way to cool off in the summer, or maybe you prefer relaxing in the jacuzzi after a hard days work. When you’re enjoying your time in the water, your teeth may be the last thing on your mind. Did you know spending too much time in chlorinated water […]
8 Healthy (and Super Easy!) Tips For Busy Schedules
Are you so busy that you almost forgot to brush your teeth this morning? With your busy schedule, incorporating healthy habits into your routine are probably far from your mind. We’re here to tell you to START THINKING HEALTHY! Try These 8 Healthy Tips! “But I don’t have time!” Nonsense! We have the perfect 8 […]