When it comes to snacking on sweets, it’s how often, not how much, that has worse effects on your oral health. If you can’t wait to gorge on your Halloween plunder, that might not be a bad idea at all! You might think that moderation is best – best for your waistline and for your…
Oral Hygiene
Why is it so gross to skip brushing my teeth at night?
Categories: Oral Hygiene
Q: Exactly how gross is it if I forget to brush my teeth before bed every once in a while (or habitually)? A: Good News: You just got 2 min extra sleep and have time-travelled into the future and saved on toothpaste and water. You’re a natural born conservationist. A: Bad News: You want a…
8 Foods that are Bad for Your Teeth (And One Surprising One)
You should know by now that to keep your pearly whites pearly, one needs to adhere to regular brushing and flossing. But that’s not all you need to do! Besides eating teeth-healthy foods to promote health, you should limit your intake of some foods, or at least rinse your mouth with water and brush your…
What if my child won’t or can’t drink milk?
It’s proven that teeth need a good steady source for calcium, which milk has loads of… You might know that a lack of dietary calcium and vitamin D (which help calcium absorption) can cause teeth to soften over time, making them more susceptible to tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. So, if your child won’t…
Happy Fourth of July !!
Holiday Dental Safety and Care The Fourth of July weekend is one of the most popular holidays to get together and celebrate with friends and family. Independence Day is quite the celebration, and always includes fireworks, gatherings, events, parades, freely flowing beverages, and every food you can imagine. As you gear up to partake in…
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Brain – Just From Brushing!!
A California Study Shows That Brushing Your Teeth Wards Off Dementia That’s right! If you brush your teeth, you have as much as a 65% better chance of warding off dementia in your old age, one study shows. A University of California study from a couple of years ago followed over 5,000 elderly patients aged…
Protect Your Smile from Halloween Candy
The way you choose to indulge in Halloween candy may seem wise for your waistline, but it may not be doing your oral health any favors. When it comes to snacking on sweets, it’s the frequency – not necessarily the volume – that can truly compromise your oral health. Find out how to dig in…
Why Your Teeth Are Stained
Are you envious of the bright white smiles of celebrities? Do you find yourself coveting the sparkling grin of your coworker, next-door neighbor, best friend, or virtual stranger? Your renewed smile can be right around the corner.
Time to Upgrade Old Dental Work?
From time to time, certain parts of your body may require a bit more attention to keep them in good working order. This includes your teeth and gums. Tolerating oral health problems isn’t the right plan of attack – it may be time to upgrade your old dental work. After years of use, metal fillings…