5 Signs You Need to See a Dentist
5 Signs You Need to See a Dentist Though it’s not uncommon to feel anxious about going to the dentist, that shouldn’t prevent you from a routine check-up. A simple dental exam could end up saving you time, money, and a lot of problems down the road — especially when...
7 Ways to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
7 Ways To Keep Your Teeth Healthy Having good, healthy teeth won’t just supply you with a good smile, this maintenance also plays an important role in your overall health. Your mouth acts as the entry point for your digestive and respiratory tract, so it’s important...
When should kids start going to the dentist
For many new parents, getting familiar with all of your child’s milestones and when they’re expected to take place can be tricky. Luckily, when it comes to when your child should make their first trip to the dentist, the American Dental Association gives clear...
Restoring a Chipped Tooth with Dental Bonding
Restoring a Chipped Tooth with Dental Bonding One of the worst dental emergencies you can experience is a chipped or broken tooth. Luckily, when it comes to repair procedures, dental bonding is a quick and easy method that has become the go-to procedure for restoring...
Just how bad is Orange Juice for your teeth
Before I dive into how bad orange juice is for your teeth I want to dispel some persistent rumors. The orange industry has done a great job marketing their product over the years, and the best marketing has been linked to health outcomes, namely introducing orange...
Is Seltzer Water Ruining Your Teeth’s Enamel?
Last time we covered sodas, specifically Coca-Cola Classic and exactly what it is doing to cause problems for your oral health. I wanted to start with the low hanging fruit of beverages that are bad for your oral health. Coca-Cola is filled with sugar (36 grams in a...
Just How Bad Are Sodas For Your Teeth?
If you were to swish your mouth out with lemon juice as you would with an alcoholic mouthwash (I’m not sure what would drive you to do this, let’s say it’s the newest youtube challenge, the Lemon-swish-challenge! Can you stand the sour?). So you go to your...
What Makes a Beverage Harmful to Your Mouth?
(Perhaps the only time a drink isn’t hurting your teeth is while it is still in the cup) This can seem like an easy question, some ingredients in the drink are causing some kind of damage to your mouth. A common ingredient of soda, and juice is citric, or...
The Way You Eat Fruit Matters For Your Teeth
The Way You Eat Fruit Matters For Your Teeth FRUIT IS AN ESSENTIAL element of a well-balanced, healthy diet. It is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and eating it on a regular basis helps boost your immune system and reduces your risk of...
How Much Toothpaste Should I Use
How Much Toothpaste should I use when I brush? This may seem like a stupid question, but it’s one that many people get wrong. Let’s lay out the facts and actually figure out how much toothpaste is the correct amount for quality oral hygiene. We’ll take out the...