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Explore expert advice, dental insights, and practical tips to help you achieve a healthier, brighter smile. From preventive care and treatment guides to cosmetic options and patient-friendly explanations, our blog is here to keep you informed and confident about your oral health. Stay tuned for regular updates from our experienced team.
5 Quotes to Jumpstart Your Month
A new month means a new beginning. In addition to having a happy, healthy smile, we also want you to have a happy, healthy life. This month, we’re aiming to build happiness and kindness by spreading positivity with some of
Kick Snoring Aside With These Natural Tips
Whether you snore so loud that you wake yourself up, or are eager to give your partner a restful night of sleep, snoring doesn’t have to be forever. In fact, you may be able to kick snoring aside naturally by
All About Baby Teeth
While we only have them for a short amount of time, baby teeth play an incredibly important role in our overall oral health for years after we’ve lost them. Here are a few reasons they’re so important! Without baby teeth,
What Makes Toothpaste Important?
Twice each day, we brush our teeth with a substance that does more than just freshen our breath. Toothpaste is full of important ingredients that work to protect our teeth and gums. But what does each ingredient actually do? We
Attention Millennials: Brush Your Teeth
A 2018 survey by OnePoll revealed a statistic that may shock you: nearly 30% of millennial respondents admitted to only brushing their teeth once each day. Even more jaw dropping, of the 2,000 respondents polled, more than half admitted that
Just Taking a Moment to Say…
How it happened so quickly we aren’t sure, but with less than two full months of 2021 left, we wanted to hit pause for a second and share our thanks with you. As your partner in oral health, we strive
Keep Your Gums in the Pink
While keeping your pearly whites clean can help you maintain optimal oral health, don’t forget about your gums. Your gums provide a protective covering over the bones of your teeth, preventing bacteria from causing harm. Healthy gums should appear pink, not red. If you notice redness, inflammation, swelling or bleeding you may have early signs of
Take Your Teeth for a Spin
While a manual toothbrush does an excellent job of keeping your teeth clean if you brush correctly and long enough, electric toothbrushes can amp up your brushing power. Depending on the brand, an electric toothbrush can rotate up to 30,000 strokes each minute! Thanks to an electric toothbrush’s rotating head it can brush teeth more
A Valentine Gift for Your Teeth
Though chocolates and decadent sweets may be on the menu this Valentine’s Day, your teeth don’t have to suffer–instead, give your teeth a valentine gift by taking extra care of them. If you do partake in eating treats, aim to brush your teeth afterward to prevent plaque from forming. If you are unable to brush,
Should I See the Dentist If I’m Sniffling & Sneezing?
That dreaded pre-cold has turned into a full-blown head cold complete with sniffles, sneezes and a sore throat. You checked your calendar and saw that you have an upcoming appointment at our practice. Do you go or cancel? It’s not an easy answer, but you may want to assess the intensity of your symptoms. Is your
How to Stop Nail-Nibbling
Nail-biting—it’s a nervous practice that’s highly common—and highly detrimental to one’s teeth. Often, nail-biting begins in childhood and hangs around as a hard-to-kick habit. And it’s one you may not even realise you’re doing. Over time, nail-biting may cause teeth to chip, crack or deteriorate. Nail-biting also may increase one’s risk for bruxism, or teeth
Are You Forgetting to Brush This Important Part of Your Teeth?
We all know how important it is to brush your teeth for two minutes, two times each day. And while we often discuss the importance of brushing your gums adequately, we find that many patients miss this frequently forgotten part of the mouth—the inside surface of your teeth! The inside surface consist of the areas