Stress and Teeth Grinding:
Don’t Let it Damage Your Smile! “Help! I’ve been so stressed that I’ve been grinding my teeth.” “Bruxism” is the dental term used to refer to teeth grinding. Most people are familiar with teeth grinding and clenching either from personal experience or from hearing a family member grinding their teeth during the night. Teeth grinding […]
Bad Breath Facts
Does anyone have a mint? A piece of chewing gum? Oh my goodness… I think I have bad breath! Most people have at one time or another experienced bad breath and all the anxiety and embarrassment surrounding the situation. Most bad breath originates from the mouth. However, in very rare circumstances it can be related […]
Back to School, Back to Oral Health
Here’s How to Prepare Your Child for a New Routine The warm, happy days of August always hurdle the end of carefree summer days and… back to school. From paper, pens and pencils to toothbrushes and toothpaste – parents begin the anxious journey of back to school preparations for their kids, big and small. For […]
Fighting Tooth Sensitivity: What You Need to Know
Ice Cream, Iced Cappuccinos…Ouch! Summer is here!! Hooray!! There is nothing more enjoyable on a summer’s day than having a cold iced drink. However, tooth sensitivity can strike at any time taking the pleasure out of such a relaxing moment. Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common complaints among dental patients. Most teeth sensitivity […]
Go Team, Go! Play Safe. Every Athlete Should Have One.
Sports mouthgaurds should be part of the necessary sports equipment for all athletes involved in aggressive contact sports. This is true for any age, but especially young children. The primary function of a sports mouthgaurd is to protect teeth and prevent serious mouth injuries. However, custom sports mouthgaurds also help reduce the risk of jaw injuries and […]
Yummy! Good Nutrition… for Good Dental Health
Follow These Recommendations for a Happy, Healthy Smile March 2016 Our teeth enable us to eat, digest and enjoy a variety of delicious (and nutritious) foods every day. Good nutrition is vital for the healthy development and maintenance of our teeth at every age. The bacteria in our mouth feast on the same carbohydrates and […]
February is Heart Health Month
Happy February! With Valentine’s Day approaching, what better way to celebrate the month of love than by loving ourselves first? Well, showing our teeth and gums the love and care they deserve is a perfect start (not to mention… a fresh and healthy smile is always a plus on a date with your honey)! With […]
Happy New Year! Here’s How a Brighter Smile in 2016 Can Promote a Healthier You.
Ah, the holidays. We ate a little more, drank a little more, and certainly celebrated a whole lot! Now, we’re ready in 2016 to start anew by setting higher goals for ourselves and moving forward to achieve each one. Your smile is a great place to begin. Taking the right steps to whiten your teeth can do […]
The Perfect Dental Stocking Stuffers
Bring in the New Year with a brilliant smile! If you’re like me and you’ve just started putting together your holiday shopping list – make sure to snag these ideal dental gadgets for the new year! These make great stocking stuffers and will keep your mouth healthy and fabulous all year long. Here are a […]
The Dental Essentials of Any Bathroom
Practicing your oral hygiene care at home between dental cleanings is a very important and crucial aspect of maintaining healthy gums and teeth. Daily oral hygiene care at home together with regular professional dental cleanings will ensure the thorough removal of both plaque and tartar, helping to reduce the risk of gingivitis, gum disease and […]