How To Prevent Gingivitis?
First of all – what is gingivitis? Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums, caused by plaque – a soft film of bacteria that forms on your teeth and gums. If you don’t make sure that plaque is regularly removed by brushing and flossing, the toxins it creates can irritate the gum tissue, causing gingivitis. […]
Floss Your Way to Healthy Teeth
Flossing is so important for the health of the mouth, as well as our overall health. Yet somehow – it’s just not done enough. For so many people teeth flossing is at the bottom of their to-do list and one of the many boring tasks they need to add to their daily routine. Some avoid […]
Protect Your Teeth 101: 5 Bad Dental Habits to Avoid
It’s not uncommon for a person to have a bad dental habit(s) and not even realize it. Bad dental habits could be ingrained from childhood, and it’s OK! Bad habits can become ingrained, even when there are good intentions. If you don’t have the proper knowledge or know-how, how are you supposed to know what […]
Dental Clues: What They Say About Your Health
It’s true that your teeth and gums say a lot about the condition of your overall health. There are dental health clues that everyone should look out for because of the mouth-body connection. Your body is connected, and when something is wrong in one area it’s not uncommon for the problem to originate from another […]
DIY Dental First Aid Kit
While the most common dental problems can develop gradually, it is still a good idea to have a dental first aid kit on hand. If you have children, this is especially true as taking spills and getting bumps and bruises are one of life’s trials. You never know when an emergency will occur, but having […]
The Mediterranean Diet for Dental Health
Throughout the years, the scientific evidence regarding the healthfulness of the Mediterranean Diet has continued to grow. A recent study that was released by the New England Journal of Medicine discovered that an estimated 30 percent of the deaths associated with strokes, heart attacks and heart disease can be prevented by switching to the Mediterranean […]
How to Get a Younger Looking Smile
A person’s smile is usually one of the first things you notice about a person. Having a nice smile can brighten up a person’s face, helping them appear to be more attractive and younger. However, your once-nice smile changes as you get older, and it’s not always for the better. Luckily there are steps you […]
Dental Easter Basket Ideas
There’s no doubt that children love Easter, it’s exciting for them to wake up to a colorful Easter basket filled with goodies. However, for parents Easter can be a bit stressful; candy is usually a part of the Easter basket, but the sugar rush that often follows! Plus, let’s not forget what candy can do […]
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 […]
National Nutrition Month: Nutritional Tips for a Healthy Mouth
We all know that flossing and brushing daily with fluoride toothpaste is essential for a healthy smile. However, while practicing good oral hygiene is necessary for a healthy mouth, properly fueling your body with the nutrients it needs not only affects your overall heath, but it also has an effect on your dental health as […]