It’s healthier to be the house on the block that hands out apples instead of candy, but it won’t win you points with trick-or-treaters. At the very least, avoid handing out these worst of the bunch. Gummy candies: While gummies and bright and cute, they are little more than straight corn syrup, sugar and artificial…
Read MoreIt’s Orthodontic Health Awareness Month! Do your kids need to see the orthodontist soon? Early Ages Problems with kids teeth can arise as soon as baby teeth start to push through. Certain factors, such as premature loss of baby teeth, or thumb or pacifier sucking, can impact how adult teeth will come in. Genetics also…
Read MoreIf you’re pregnant or planning on getting pregnant, you likely want your body to be as healthy as possible and that should include your mouth. Here are some tips for optimal oral health before, during, and after your pregnancy. Before Make an appointment with your dentist for a routine cleaning and check-up prior to getting…
Read MoreIt’s a fact: smiling makes us feel good. Smiling releases endorphins in our brains, which make us feel happier and less stressed. Smiling also makes us appear more attractive, easy-going and approachable. Here are some ways to add more smiles (and laughs) to your daily life: Smile and laugh as much as you can even…
Read MoreIf there’s something we know about the dads in our lives, it’s that they love gadgets and hate going to the dentist. This Father’s Day, help Dad take better care of his teeth in a way he’ll appreciate with one of these dental gadgets. Water flosser: This gadget makes flossing in the shower so simple!…
Read MoreMany people assume oral cancer only affects smokers. In fact, there are many other surprising risk factors, and early detection is key. In order to help spread awareness for Oral Cancer Awareness Month, here are some statistics you may no know: About 40,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with a form of oral…
Read MoreReplace toothbrushes at least every 3-4 months. And if you’ve only had your toothbrush for 1 month, and you have a cold or sinus infection, throw it away. There is no reason to re-infect yourself from using this toothbrush. Throwing your toothbrush out after 3 months seems like a short time, but think of the…
Read MoreHispanic Heritage Month is observed and celebrated from September 15th – October 15th. Throughout the month, many different parties are held in order to celebrate the history and vibrant cultures of our Hispanic neighbors. One way to celebrate this month is with an authentic Hispanic Heritage recipe! Rice pudding is a traditional and delicious Hispanic…
Read MoreWhether you are looking to save money, avoid the chemicals in store bought toothpaste, or just simply have fun making natural toothpaste – we’ve got some simple steps for your next home project. In just a few minutes, you can be brushing your teeth with healthy, natural toothpaste made from items that might already be…
Read MoreIf you’ve ever looked at the ingredients label of your mouthwash, there’s a good chance that you were confused by what you found. There are a lot of ingredients in mouthwash that may be unfamiliar to you. Here are some of the mostly commonly found ingredients in mouthwash and what they do. Alcohol: Many antiseptic…
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Orthodontics may be provided by general dentists.
