To help your kids enjoy the treats without any nasty tricks from cavities, here is a list of certain candies and their impact on your teeth.
As your little goblins and ghosts gather their Halloween goodies this year, it’s important to keep in mind how the sugar in those treats can play some unwanted tricks on your teeth if you’re not careful. Here’s why: When the bacteria in your mouth eat the sugar and leftover food in your mouth, a weak […]
Continue ReadingWe’ve all heard it said that our dog’ mouths are cleaner than our own. But is this just to make us feel better when Fido licks baby Kayla on the mouth? In fact, should we be worried when a dog gives us a big, wet pooch kiss? Well the reality is this: the bacteria in […]
Continue ReadingWe all know we should limit sugar intake. But particularly so when it comes to our kids. That’s because sugar encourages tooth decay. How? Well, bacteria in our mouths feed on sugars in the foods we eat. Those bacteria then produce acid that eats away at our teeth. Here are a few tips that may […]
Continue ReadingThey say with age, comes wisdom. And there’s no wiser time to talk about our oral health than right now. That’s because approximately one-fourth of adults age 65 and older have no remaining teeth, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not to mention that almost a third of older adults have untreated […]
Continue ReadingTis the season for delicious foods. And with it the challenges of managing how much and how often you indulge. Here are a few helpful hints to keep you on track toward maintaining that perfect seasonal smile through the New Year and beyond! Brush after every meal. When you brush immediately after having breakfast, lunch […]
Continue ReadingAccording to History.com, Halloween originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints; soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before […]
Continue ReadingLet’s face it. Next to flowers and jewelry, chocolate is what we give on Valentine’s Day. But why? Chocolate has been referred to as “the food of the gods” since the time of the Aztec Indians. In fact, the Aztec ruler, Montezuma, believed chocolate was an aphrodisiac. Christopher Columbus brought chocolate from the Americas back […]
Continue ReadingThe holidays are here! But between the decorations, the holiday cheer, and time spent with loved ones, many people often forget that your teeth still need care and attention. Yet many of the things we all love so much during the holidays can actually be damaging to your teeth! Minimize the Temptation of Chewy Foods […]
Continue ReadingEmergencies always seem to happen at the worst time. Dental emergencies are no exception. While many of us are familiar with what to do during a medical emergency, when it comes to dental emergencies, we may not know exactly what steps to take in the heat of the moment. Is it a Dental Emergency, or […]
Continue ReadingBring out the backpacks and sharpen those #2 pencils – its back to school time! Starting school can be a hectic time for many families. Sending kids to school with the right school supplies and textbooks is just as important as sending them to school with a tooth-friendly packed lunch. Providing children with a healthy, […]
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