There are plenty of toxic things in our environment, but did you know that some simple things, like certain toothbrushes, could be made from potentially harmful material too? Some toothbrushes on the market are made with BPA and could be adding toxins to your body. We’ve outlined what you need to know about BPA and […]
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The Best Ways to Pull Your Child’s Baby Tooth
When your child’s baby teeth become loose, crazy methods to help them remove those teeth may enter your mind. Your child tells you they can move their tooth, and having heard that, you may start worrying about how long it’ll take to finally fall out. Instead of worrying, why not learn the best ways to pull […]
3 Dos and Don’ts For Your Smile
If you want a healthy smile (and who among us doesn’t?) you can’t just sit back and wait for it to happen. Just like improving any aspect of your body, you have to work for it. Fortunately, some changes are relatively straightforward. To get a head start on keeping your pearly whites looking their best, […]
Dental Themed Snacks for Kids
There are children that love visiting the dentist, especially if they get a prize or a toothbrush after their exam. Some kids, however, need something extra when trying to prompt enthusiasm over teeth and dental care. Before your son or daughter’s next dental visit or in celebration of a lost tooth, why not wow them […]
Tooth Care Tips for Busy People
It can be hard to find the time to give your teeth that extra TLC that they need after the double cup of coffee in the morning or the accidental skipped tooth brushing. Great oral health doesn’t come down to just one moment of remembering or forgetting; it comes down to having healthy habits in […]
Feeling Nervous? How to Stay Calm at Your Dental Appointment
Everyone has a fear of something, whether it is a fear of flying (pteromerhanophobia), a fear of heights (acrophobia), or even fear of thunder and lightning (astraphobia). Dental phobia is also a common fear. It is characterized by excessive, unreasonable fear around receiving dental care. Sadly, this fear can be limit your quality of life […]
Signs of Gum Disease
Gum disease, also known as gingivitis and periodontitis, is a condition of the gums that are inflamed due to plaque and tartar that hasn’t been removed properly through oral hygiene. Gum disease can start out as simple inflammation, such as gingivitis, and can escalate to a more serious condition that causes damage to the soft […]
Electric vs Manual Toothbrush
When it comes to at-home dental care, there are a ton of options to choose from! Everything from floss type to toothpaste that tastes like bacon or the traditional mint flavor. There are also many choices when it comes to which type of toothbrush to use: Manual or electric? How do you know exactly which […]
3 Ways Dentures Improve Your Smile
Dentures have grown increasingly popular due to the many ways modern technology has made them more comfortable to wear. They are also more natural in appearance than ever before. In recent years, manufacturers have created a diverse range of options for the patient. You now have more choices when it comes to the materials used […]
Ages & Stages of Dental Development
Teeth form from embryonic cells, grow, and then erupt through the gums and into the mouth. Eruption happens at different times for every child. Typically, the first teeth erupt around 6 months, and it is usually the bottom two teeth in the front that are the first to erupt. After that, the top four teeth […]