Have you ever thought about whitening your teeth? You’re not alone. Teeth whitening is the No. 1 requested cosmetic service today and its popularity continues to soar, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Although teeth are not really supposed to be bright white, no one wants their teeth to look like a row of corn. Some of the…
Ever wonder what that pain in your mouth is? Is it something serious? Should you get it checked out? Who really has time to go to the dentist for one more thing? Well, keep reading and decide for yourself if it is worth an immediate visit. Some problems may be more persistent and dangerous than others; sometimes, you may need…
Creating good oral health habits at a young age doesn’t have to be like pulling teeth, pun intended! Get your child comfortable today with good mouth healthy habits. I remember asking, “when should I take my kids to a dentist” The answer was, “the first tooth is as important as the last”. The ADA recommends that your baby experience their…
Things that make you go hmmmm….. The average human produces 25,000 quarts of saliva in a lifetime. That is enough spit to fill 2 swimming pools! Sunscreen anyone? 38.5 = the total days an average American spends brushing teeth over a lifetime. 73% of Americans would rather go grocery shopping than floss. Dentists have recommended that a toothbrush be kept…
Include oral health in this year’s New Years Resolutions. Year after year many of us start January by saying, “I’m going to lose weight, I’m going to eat healthy, I am going to spend less”…blah, blah, blah. How many people can really say they have made the changes for more than say, 2 weeks? Why not try something new this…
Looking for that perfect gift this holiday season? Young or old, the gift of oral health is the gift that keeps on giving. It doesn’t have to be expensive either. Do you have an elderly relative that has stopped driving? Consider taking them to their dentist appointment. Not only will they be grateful for the lift, but they will also…
Even if you are afraid of going to the dentist or let’s say, you’d rather hear nails down a chalkboard, you can still make it fun, well, at least not so scary for your kids by following a couple of simple rules. Take them early for their first visit. Their first tooth is just as important as their last. Be…
It seems to be that dreaded time of year again; time to re-enroll in benefits. If you are lucky enough to have dental insurance, you may not have the option to pick your own dentist. It doesn’t have to be such a drag if you keep these few things in mind when looking for a new dentist: 1. Ask family,…
