It’s the month of July, which means everyone is on summer break and out of school until fall comes! Summer vacation is the perfect time of year to kick back, relax, take a vacation or trip, and sometimes forget about… Continue Reading
5 Things Your Toothbrush is Trying to Tell You
A person’s toothbrush can tell us a lot about their personality. Automatic toothbrush? This person wants their mouth to be very clean without a lot of effort. Wooden toothbrush? They’re probably someone who is very eco-conscious.Cartoon toothbrush? Either you’re a… Continue Reading
Threats to Teen Teeth
Sports Injuries Did you know that your child is 60 times more likely to suffer damage to the teeth without the use of a mouthguard? Did you also know that the CDC estimates that more than 3 million teeth are… Continue Reading
10 Things You Didn’t Know Your Dentist Was Doing at Your Checkup
Most of the time, when someone talks about going to the dentist, an individual will say that they’re going to the dentist for “just a cleaning”. “Just a cleaning” is far from the truth, as your dentist checks for so… Continue Reading
Why Are Dental X-Rays Necessary?
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, x-rays and examinations are suggested every six months for children with a high risk of tooth decay, with most dentists requesting x-rays to be taken once per year on average. Radiographs are… Continue Reading
How to Talk to Your Child About the Dentist
A child’s first appointment and experience at a dental office is important for several reasons. It’s important that children feel comfortable at the dentist to set the tone for all of their future appointments and cleanings. Patience and a calm… Continue Reading
All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth
Losing baby teeth is a natural process that everyone goes through in their lifetime. On average, children begin to lose these teeth around 5 or 6 years old. The first to fall out are normally the central incisors, aka the… Continue Reading
“Stop, Drop, and Rolls!: Thanksgiving Do’s and Don’ts”
Are you thankful for your smile? If not for our healthy smiles, gums, and teeth, we wouldn’t be able to celebrate Thanksgiving the proper way: eating an abundance of delicious food surrounded by family and friends! Eating appropriately-portioned Thanksgiving foods… Continue Reading
Halloween Candy: The Real Horror Story
It’s officially October, which means the leaves are falling, the weather is taking on a chilly, crisp front, and Halloween decorations and spooky thoughts are slowly taking over everything one does. October brings on the promise of well thought-out Halloween… Continue Reading
4 Important Facts about Baby Teeth that You Need to Know
Baby teeth play an important role in helping children develop healthy smiles that grow with them. Here’s five important facts about baby teeth that parents need to know to help their children keep their baby teeth healthy and strong. 1 – Baby Tooth… Continue Reading