Summer time is a time for relaxing, sipping on sweet drinks, and enjoying some awesome BBQ while camping. However, it can also be a time for sugar to wreak havoc on your teeth. Citrus Why is it harmful? The sweet citrus fruits in your drink are acidic and erode the enamel on your teeth, leading…
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Fun Dental Facts
It is time for some fun. Dentistry isn’t all serious all the time. We are going to mix it up with some fun facts and interesting findings! Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. Regardless of this fact – please continue to open bottle with bottle openers. According to a recent survey…
3 Common Questions
We see lots of patients, and plenty of kids are included in that number. We love to see them as they grow and help to teach them about dental hygiene! Â When it comes to oral care – most of the questions do come from parents as they are the ones who are “in the know”…
Keep Brushing Fun
We know that brushing is important – but telling a kid that it is important doesn’t always get the job done. They just don’t understand long-term at this point in the game of life. Â Especially toddlers who are just beginning to brush. Here are a couple of things that you can do to try to…
Pregnancy and Teeth
Taking care of your teeth during pregnancy is a must – it is not the time to stop doing what you do! There are just a couple of things that you want to keep in mind! Morning sickness happens – we know! Be sure to rinse your mouth out with water or a mouth wash…
Get A White Tooth!
Going to the dentist is something we should do to keep our teeth clean and healthy. When it happens that you need to get a filling – we start to dread the thought of ruining that perfect smile with a silver filling that everyone can see. Wait – didn’t you know? You have options! Composite…
To Bleach or Not To Bleach
Everyone wants white teeth, especially those who have a lot of appearances or just love a fantastically white smile. There are some things to consider when it comes to bleaching at home versus going to the dentist to have it done professionally. First and foremost you should always ask the question about whitening while at…
The Grill Debate
Grills have been around since they became popular in the 1980’s. Thankfully they died down but were regrettably revived in the last 5 years. You see them everywhere from athletes, to artists, and in all different shapes, designs, and sizes. Diamond to gold, platinum to colors, whatever your heart desires! The problem with the grill…
Got Braces?
Life with braces can be tough. It takes a few lifestyle adjustments to get your mouth used to housing braces. But after the soreness subsides, you are well on your way to obtaining that beautiful smile you’ve always dreamt of. Brushing is especially important because of all the new hiding spots for food and bacteria…
Find Relief For Your Sensitive Teeth
Sensitive teeth are not only painful, but they can also begin to interfere with your daily life. Cold or hot foods and drinks, sugary sweets, even a cold wind against your teeth can make your pearly whites start to throb. In most cases, teeth become sensitive because their protective outer layers have worn away. Here…
