Preparing Your Autistic Child for the Dentist
In our last article we discussed and offered suggestions on how to better the dental health of your autistic child, but instilling good dental habits is only half the battle. No matter how good you take care of your teeth at home, dental care by a professional is needed by everyone. However, for a child […]
The Importance of Folate on Dental Health
Did you know that folate is not only an important part of your diet, but it can also play a major role in the upkeep and health of your mouth? Maintenance of your teeth and gums shouldn’t start and stop only in the bathroom; it should bleed into all of the other areas of your […]
The Top 5 Common Dental Mistakes
For many, brushing their teeth is an ingrained part of their day; it’s like muscle memory, you don’t think about doing it, you just do it. While there is no harm in getting into a routine, it can be easy to slip into bad habits and not catch yourself. It doesn’t help that many live […]
Healthy Dental Resolutions for the New Year
For 2016, make one of your New Year resolutions dedicated to improving your dental health, so you can have a brighter and healthier smile! The New Year is an excellent time to create resolutions for improving the health of your mouth and body. It’s easier than you think, and to help you get on the […]
Helpful Dental Tips for the Holidays
The holidays are here, and while this time of year is wonderful and full of holiday parties and social occasions, it is not the easiest on your teeth. However, even though the holidays are often busy and party-filled, there are ways to have a healthy balance between enjoying yourself, and keeping your teeth’s health in […]
Thanksgiving Dental Tips to be Thankful For
It’s that time of year again. The leaves are changing colors, and Thanksgiving is almost here! Who doesn’t love the excuse to gorge themselves on delicious and tantalizing food, all while enjoying the company of family and friends. Thanksgiving surely gives many reasons to be thankful, but did you know that Thanksgiving is one of […]
National Dental Hygiene Month Facts and Myths
Did you know that October is National Dental Hygiene Month? It comes at a perfect time, since Halloween is at the end of the month it helps serve as a reminder to protect your mouth from all those spooky treats! In addition, National Dental Hygiene Month helps serve as a reminder that everyone should be […]
Pregnancy Dental Tips
Pregnancy is an exciting time in a women’s life, but while this is a joyous experience, it is also one of the busiest times one will experience in their lifetime. There is so much to think about and to plan for, and while many concentrate on other priorities, the mother’s mouth and dental health is often […]
Get the Facts about Oral Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that over 40,000 people in the United States received a diagnosis of oral cancer, and that’s just for 2014. Oral cancer can strike any part of the mouth, so that means it can affect the throat (pharynx), your sinuses, the hard and soft palate of your […]
Dental Phobia: How to Calm Your Fears
Do you suffer from dentophobia or odontophobia? These dental phobias can strike many people, and it makes going to the dentist the scariest experience in the world. Millions of Americans don’t get the dental care that they need, and while there are many reasons for this, fear and anxiety are one of them. According to […]