Everyday Habits You Can Adjust to Improve Your Oral Health
Some of the most important things you can do to maintain your oral health are to brush & floss your teeth & visit the dentist twice a year. But there are lots of ways you can change your everyday habits that will also improve your oral health!
Straightening Out the History of Braces
Whether you’ve already had braces or are considering getting them, you might be wondering when people started using them. Luckily, we’re here to go over the interesting history of braces!
Got a Picky Eater in the Family?
Got a picky eater in the family? Perhaps a six-year-old who won’t eat anything but hot dogs? Or an elderly parent who seems to eat nothing at all? If there are vital nutrients missing from a diet, one of the first places that there’s obvious trouble is in the mouth.
How Dairy Improves Your Oral Health
On the list of foods that are good for teeth, dairy makes up several items. Milk, cheese & yogurt contain many vitamins & minerals that support dental health, but that’s not the only thing they contribute.
Dry Mouth & Your Dental Health
It’s not uncommon to experience dry mouth, but did you know that it can affect your overall dental health? Fortunately, dry mouth alone is usually not a severe issue as long as it isn’t persistent.
Alleviating Dental Anxiety
It’s very common to experience anxiety or general nervousness when visiting the dentist. We don’t want anything to get in the way of you receiving the dental care you need to keep your teeth & body healthy, so we want to help you be as comfortable as possible at your dental appointments.
Teaching Your Child Good Dental Habits
Good dental habits like brushing your teeth are important for your oral & overall health, but to kids, they can feel like a chore. Even though baby teeth will fall out eventually, it’s important to keep them healthy because they are guides & space holders for permanent teeth. Here are some…
The Difference Between Baby Teeth & Permanent Teeth
Most of us lost the last of our baby teeth years ago, but have you ever thought about why you need two sets of teeth in the first place? Both baby teeth & permanent teeth are important for your continued dental health, although there are a few key differences between the two.
Why a Dental Cleaning Is Not Just a Teeth Cleaning
Dental cleaning appointments have more than one benefit to patients. Like a spa day for your teeth, cleaning appointments include two phases—scaling & polishing—that together give you the smooth, clean teeth you expect, along with some more benefits.
What’s Your Floss Made Of?
You may know of dental floss as an essential part of your dental hygiene routine, but did you know that there are different types of dental floss? Like toothbrushes & toothpaste, which kind is best for you depends on your unique dental needs.