by Island Family Dental | Feb 8, 2019 | Oral Health
4 Important Benefits of Regular Dental Checkups We are all tempted to ignore a dental checkup once in a while. However, dental checkups are very important to the health of our teeth, gums, and overall health. Read on to learn four very important reasons why you should...
by Island Family Dental | Jan 3, 2019 | Cavities, Dental Facts, Oral Health
Are Cavities Contagious? Everyone knows you can catch a cold from someone who is spreading a virus, but did you know cavity-causing bacteria can also be spread from person to person? Cavities are Caused by Bacteria Sugar often takes the blame for causing cavities, but...
by Island Family Dental | Dec 20, 2018 | Illness, Oral Health
Three Tips If You Have A Cold Or Flu It’s that time of year again…cold and flu season. While you’re sipping your tea in bed with a box of tissues next to you, the last thing you are probably thinking about is your teeth. However, it is important to be aware of...
by Island Family Dental | Nov 30, 2018 | Dental Facts, Oral Disease, Oral Health
Common Myths About Gum Disease We believe that in educating our patients about dental and oral health issues, the more these health issues can be prevented. When it comes to gum disease, there are many myths and misconceptions out there. We are here to help bust some...
by Island Family Dental | Sep 28, 2018 | Oral Health, Oral Pain
5 Common Canker Sore Triggers Canker sores are small, shallow ulcers that pop up in our mouths and on the inside of our lips unexpectedly, and can take days to heal. The good news is that they’re fairly easy to prevent, once you understand their triggers. 5 Common...
by Island Family Dental | Aug 10, 2018 | Oral Health
A Healthy Mouth Equals A Healthier Heart When it comes to our bodies, everything is interconnected in a complex ecosystem. In fact, recent studies suggest that there is a link between our oral health and our cardiovascular health, and that proper oral hygiene can...
