Children’s Easter Dental Tips
Easter is this month and that means family dinners, pretty clothes, colored eggs, and Easter baskets filled with sweet treats. While Easter is a holiday where most people let their children relax a bit in the diet department, they often forgot to remember that too many sugary treats not only sabotages their diet, but can […]
The Importance of Dental Health for Pets: Recipes Included!
Did you know that February is Pet Dental Health Awareness Month? At DP5th, we only work on human teeth, but we know the importance of dental health for all members of the family. Pets have a special place within the home, so you want to give your pet the same type of treatment and care […]
Valentine’s Day Tooth Friendly Sweet Treats
Valentine’s Day is near, so it’s not uncommon to see chocolates and sweet treats everywhere in the store. Don’t let temptation get to you; even if you have a sweet tooth, you can still eat healthy (or healthier). You would be amazed to see, and taste, how easy it is to make a healthy item into […]
Make Brushing Fun This National Children’s Dental Health Month
This month is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a month that is dedicated to the awareness of good oral hygiene in children. It’s a great time to brush up on what you know, and get your child back on track with their dental checkups. As a parent, you want the best for your child, and […]
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 […]
The Gift of White Teeth for the Holidays
December is the time for social gatherings, holiday parties, and candid camera shots! When memories are created it’s only natural for someone to capture the moment. However, nothing is worse than taking a photo and having to hide your smile. If you smoke and have stained teeth as a result; or maybe you happened to […]
Go Back to Basics: Teeth and Gum Care
It’s no surprise that taking good care of your teeth and gums plays a vital role in maintaining good health, for your mouth and your body. Good thing is practicing proper oral care isn’t expensive, and does not take up a lot of time! By watching what you eat, and implementing good oral hygiene, you […]
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 […]
Exercise and Tone While You Brush
Did you know that proper brushing should only take about two minutes? While many do not come close to taking this long, everyone should concentrate on cleaning their teeth thoroughly. However, in today’s fast-paced world, taking two minutes to brush their teeth may seem like a chore to many. Even though being meticulous with 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 […]