Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and indulging in delicious food. While it’s easy to get caught up in the flavors of turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie, it’s important to remember that some holiday favorites can impact your dental health. Here are tips for savoring your favorite dishes while keeping your teeth healthy and strong. Choose Tooth-Friendly Foods Not all Thanksgiving dishes are bad for your teeth! Turkey, the centerpiece of ...
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of oral health and recognizing the hard work of dental hygienists who play a crucial role in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. This month encourages proactive steps toward better oral care, emphasizing that a healthy mouth is essential for overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore why National Dental Hygiene Month matters, the role of dental hygienists, how oral hygiene impacts ...
In a world where first impressions matter, your smile is your greatest asset. It's the universal language of happiness, confidence, and warmth. That's why, during Dental Smiles Month, we celebrate the transformative power of a healthy and beautiful smile. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, a radiant smile offers a myriad of benefits that extend far beyond the surface. Let's explore why nurturing your smile is not just a cosmetic choice but a fundamental ...
Maintaining good oral hygiene is a cornerstone of overall health, and a crucial aspect of this routine is proper tooth brushing. While it may seem like a straightforward task, brushing your teeth effectively involves more than just scrubbing away food particles. Learn about the importance of proper tooth brushing here from our trusted dental team. Then, we provide step-by-step instructions to help you master this essential aspect of oral care. The Importance of Proper Tooth ...
Did you know that winter often brings risks to your oral health? The chilly weather, holiday indulgences, and the tendency to neglect routines can pose unique challenges to maintaining a healthy smile. Our team is here to help! Don’t let the cold weather and busy holiday season keep you from maintaining a healthy smile. In this blog, we explore crucial winter oral health tips to ensure your teeth and gums stay in top shape ...
The holiday season is upon us, bringing joy, laughter, and of course, an abundance of delicious foods. As you plan your festive feasts and indulge in sweet treats, it's essential to consider the impact of your choices on your oral health. This guide is here to help you navigate the holiday table without compromising your pearly whites. Let's dive into the world of holiday foods and discover which ones are delicious AND beneficial ...
October is a special month for our pearly whites—it's National Dental Hygiene Month! This annual event serves as a timely reminder to prioritize our oral health and maintain those beautiful smiles. Good dental hygiene not only helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease but also contributes to our overall well-being. Here are ten essential tips to keep your teeth and gums in top-notch condition. 1. Brush Like a Pro The cornerstone of any ...
Human teeth are incredibly resilient. They endure crushing pressures, extreme temperatures, and an onslaught from countless bacteria, day and night. Tooth enamel, in fact, is the hardest substance the human body produces. Nature only produces one substance that’s harder on our planet: diamonds. However, what you eat can harm your teeth by causing stains, chips, cracks, and breaks. In today’s blog, you’ll learn what foods and beverages to avoid (or limit) to ...
Every year in the US, National Toothbrush Day is on June 26th. On this day, dental enthusiasts, oral care professionals, and individuals around the world come together to celebrate toothbrushes. That’s right–every year, we celebrate the humble yet essential tools that keep our smiles bright and keep our oral health in check. Because, without toothbrushes, our smiles just wouldn’t be the same. While toothbrushes are a great way to keep your smile ...
To our dental hygienists, we appreciate you more than words can express! You work hard and show up with a smile every day to create a positive experience for our team members and our patients. Our offices couldn’t run without you! For patients, it may seem like the dental hygienist’s role is simply to clean teeth. However, hygienists have several daily responsibilities that play an essential role in the patient’s health and ...
There are a lot of things that you know you should do. Balance and rotate your tires periodically. Take your cat for his vaccines. Exercise three times a week. But in the midst of life’s busyness, all too often, these things go undone. Another thing you should do is floss your teeth. And, fortunately, this is one thing that is quick and easy to accomplish. Flossing can help prevent tooth decay and discoloration. It ...
One gift that’s in short supply during holiday vacations is relaxation. Instead, it’s go-go-go and ho-ho-ho! Travel. Shopping. Parties. More parties. Healthy habits often take a backseat, and dental health? Well, it’s buried under the luggage in the trunk. You’ve invested some of your precious holiday time in reading this article, so think about how you can implement these pro-tips into your busy schedule. If you keep your teeth as white ...
It’s officially that time of year when we all eat, drink, and be merry. But, with all the eating, drinking, and merriment going on, it can be hard to prioritize our oral health. Luckily, simple changes in our Thanksgiving Day celebrations can add up to huge improvements in our smiles. In this post, we discuss ways to have a dental-friendly Thanksgiving in 2022. From smile-enhancing foods to dental aftercare tips, we give you and ...
It’s a great debate among husbands and wives, roommates, parents and children, and partners– is it better to brush your teeth before breakfast or after? Well, regardless of which side you are on, the answer isn’t as black and white as it may seem. First, let’s talk about what the American Dental Association recommends. It has long been established that people of all ages should brush twice daily and for two minutes ...
The American Dental Association recognizes June as Oral Health Month. This is an opportunity for families to evaluate their oral health habits, get back on track, and create oral health goals. That may sound like a strange thing to do, but if you suffer from chronic gum disease, cavities, or bad breath, your oral health may be affecting your overall health. Additionally, if you don’t love the way your smile looks, it may be ...
Spring is the season of renewal! Trees are blooming, birds are singing, and…we’re reminding you about the dangers of oral cancer. We know it doesn’t really fit with spring’s eternal feeling of hope and optimism, but April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and early detection is a beautiful thing. The Prevalence of Oral Cancer The American Cancer Society estimates approximately 54,000 new cases of oral cancer (oral cavity and oropharyngeal ...
‘Tis the season for reflection and resolutions. Of course, you can improve your oral hygiene any time of year, but there’s something about looking ahead that makes it seem not only possible but probable. Here are our top 10 Dental Resolutions – take any or all of them into 2022! 1. Floss Regularly We know we’re supposed to floss every day, but many people (maybe even most) don’t. There’s always a good ...
There’s no shortage of teeth whitening solutions. From in-office lasers to at-home whitening kits and snap-on veneers, there have never been more ways to achieve a white smile! But, before you order a custom kit or hit up the drugstore for whitening strips, there’s more you should know about teeth discoloration. Not all stains are created equal, and the cause of yours needs to be taken into consideration when selecting a whitening solution ...
It’s summertime, and we’ve traded winter coats and hot cocoa for breezy linens and refreshing umbrella drinks. Unfortunately, though you might be counting down the days until your “Out of Office” is on and your feet are in the sand, because the culprits behind tooth decay and enamel damage never take a vacation. We don’t want to be the ones to rain on your parade (especially since you’ve waited all year ...
The toothbrush is a staple of good oral hygiene, but owning a toothbrush and knowing how to use it properly are two different things! Most of us don’t really give it much thought; we apply toothpaste, brush, rinse, and move on with our day. Unfortunately, simply brushing twice a day doesn’t mean you’re in the clear. Read on for some toothbrush knowledge you’ll wish you had known! Choosing your toothbrush – If ...
