You know that healthy teeth and gums help you build a beautiful smile and avoid uncomfortable, expensive dental appointments. But staying healthy has positive ramifications far beyond that. In fact, research continues to suggest that avoiding dental problems will help you avoid other health conditions – including some of the most serious. Your oral […]
Stress-Free Ways to Get Your Kids Eating More Vegetables
As we learn more about more about how to stay healthy, kids’ attitudes toward vegetables aren’t evolving quite as quickly. The problem is, plenty of health-boosting nutrients are lurking in those “yucky” veggies – and they should be a part of your child’s diet. Today, vegetable consumption in preschool-aged children remains well below what is […]
This Denture is Changing Tooth Replacement (For the Better)
Dentures are supposed to replace missing teeth. But all too often, your replacement teeth look and feel so different from the real thing that they totally miss the mark. If your dentures aren’t behaving like natural teeth, then they’re just not worth it. Fortunately, you don’t have to either put up with slipping, clicking […]
One Simple Timeline for Your Child’s Dental Health [Infographic]
If you’re a new parent, there’s a lot going on right now that feels confusing and unfamiliar. Take this opportunity to clear up at least one factor – your new baby’s dental health. While your daughter or son may not yet have any pearly whites peeking through their gums, they’ll be showing up soon […]
Why Did My Dentist Recommend a Mouth Guard?
Just had a dental exam, and found your dentist recommending a mouth guard? It’s always a little stressful to have a new dental appliance in your life – but it can be such a positive thing. Guards help prevent more serious dental problems and protect your teeth. Learning more about what you’re avoiding by wearing […]
Is Your Jaw Pain Due to Cavities? When to Get Help
Your jaw is actually a complicated piece of biological machinery. The components within work in harmony to allow you to bite, chew, and speak with ease. But sometimes one component can throw the others off, like when your jaw muscles clench and cause your teeth to grind. However, this is just one source of jaw […]
Top 5 Ways to Avoid Dental Problems During Pregnancy
There’s so much to think about during a pregnancy, especially if it’s your first. But are you remembering to make your oral health a top priority? While your teeth and gums may not seem like they deserve extra attention when you’re expecting, pregnant women actually face increased oral health risks. Keep reading to learn more […]
Why Pop is the Worst for Your Smile
What does pop really do to your teeth? While we’ve addressed this question before, it’s always a good idea to revisit ways to cut down your soda consumption. In addition to being terrible for your teeth, drinking pop can cause whole body health problems. And diet sodas aren’t free of blame – they’re just as […]
How to Get a Great Fit with Your Dentures
Dentures should pull their weight. After all, when you’re replacing missing teeth, you want the restoration to look and feel like the real thing. But the unfortunate truth is that many denture patients aren’t satisfied with the end result. They experience issues with their dentures slipping, clicking, and not accomplishing daily tasks the way they […]
Don’t Get Dental Implants Until You’ve Seen This
There’s so much information available online – when you start researching a dental procedure for the first time, where do you start? More importantly, who can you trust to provide accurate information? Since it’s usually tough to verify the truth behind internet content, we recommend that you schedule a consultation with your dentist. If you’re […]
