5 Reasons You Need to Pay Attention To Baby Teeth
Baby teeth are a lot more than gifts for the tooth fairy. Did you know baby teeth affect your self-esteem, determine lifelong habits, and control the way you will speak for the rest of your life? Read below for 5 reasons why you should be paying more attention to baby teeth. 1. There is a […]
Proper Dental Care: Flossing Your Teeth Regularly
Dental flossing involves good dental care and proper technique. Flossing your teeth is essential, here are some steps to make sure your teeth are getting the most out of their daily cleaning routine. First, start with the right type of floss. If your teeth have a close contact region that causes tearing, you may prefer […]
Protecting Your Teeth This Summer Part 3
If your child has not been to the dentist and is due for a cleaning, now be a great time to schedule an appointment. Having a dental exam and cleaning shortly before school starts is a great way to head back to school with a clean smile. If there are any issues, fixing them before […]
The Importance of Mouthguards
Over the years, there have been plenty of advancements in sporting equipment to help keep athletes protected and injury free. One piece of protection that truly does a lot to help protect athletes is the mouthguard. If your child is involved in sports such as hockey or football you’re probably aware of crucial a mouthguard […]
Protecting Your Teeth This Summer Part 2
Dental health issues can easily keep you from enjoying the beautiful summer weather if you’re in and out of the dentist’s office. Besides proper hygiene, you want to make sure you’re maintaining a healthy diet and visiting the dentist at least every six months for check-ups. However, it can be easy to forget about your […]
When Is It Necessary to Go to the Dentist?
Although visiting the dentist every six months is the general rule, there are other times between those six months where a trip to the dentist is necessary. Problems with Gums If you experience any of the following with your gums it is important to see the dentist: Bright red Inflamed Bleed after brushing or flossing […]
Protecting Your Teeth This Summer Part 1
Keeping these tips in mind, you can have a summer free of dental health problems! Brushing and Flossing When you’re on vacation, it can be easy to skip a night of brushing or forgetting to floss, but keeping up with your dental hygiene routine is essential. Healthy Foods A lot of you probably have children […]
What Does Soda Do to Our Teeth?
It’s no surprise that soda is harmful to our health. Heavy consumption of soda can lead to things such as obesity and diabetes. Not only does soda negatively affect our general health, it is also a problem for our dental health. In fact, soda consumption is one of the leading causes of cavities. The reasons […]
The Importance of Water and Our Dental Health
Water does a lot of wonderful things, and this includes helping keep our mouth healthy. Water helps our bodies in many ways, including keeping our skin healthy and distributing nutrients, but did you know water is also great for our dental health? Water helps our teeth in a number of ways, including: • Children’s teeth […]
Is Flossing Necessary If I Use a Water Flosser?
Water flossers have become a popular dental hygiene tool. Water flossers use a stream of water to clean away debris from your teeth. Many of our patients ask us if a water flosser can do the job of traditional floss. For a response to this particular question, I deferred to my hygiene team in order […]
