“I Brush My Teeth Twice a Day… Why Do I Still Get Cavities?”
April 1, 2021
Over the course of this pandemic, I think we’ve all been trying to form a few better habits while at home. Whether that be…
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3 Common Misconceptions About Flossing
March 1, 2021
We know it can be difficult to get in the habit of flossing regularly. After all, your mouth can feel pretty fresh after just…
Top Parenting Hacks to Raising Kids with Good Oral Habits
February 1, 2021
Raising kids to have good oral habits can feel like an uphill battle, especially when you can’t seem to get your children to follow…
Three Dental Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
January 1, 2021
Your mouth has many ways of letting you know that something has changed or may be wrong. Nevertheless, when we ask patients whether anything…
Help! My Child’s Teeth Are Rotting
December 1, 2020
As soon as teeth erupt in a child’s mouth, bacteria become normal inhabitants. Bacteria feed on the substrate in the form of milk or…
Reasons for a Tooth Extraction
November 1, 2020
There are several reasons a tooth extraction, or tooth removal, may be necessary: damage from decay or trauma, orthodontics, wisdom teeth removal, and timely…
Recovery Time for Dental Implants
October 1, 2020
Regardless of the reason for needing to get dental implants, the process works the same way! Implant surgery is a bit more involved that…
Is it True Only Kids Get Cavities? Nope!
September 5, 2020
Do you have a sweet tooth that craves chocolate or other sugars? Go ahead and eat the sweet you’ve been wanting, but don’t forget…
Here are 7 of the Worst Foods for Your Teeth
August 3, 2020
Chances are, your dentist has told you on multiple occasions to brush twice daily, floss, and not to eat a lot of candy (or…
Get to Know Your Mouthwash
July 2, 2020
No two mouthwashes are the same. With so many options out there for a mouthwash, make sure you’re getting the right kind with the…
Understanding Sleep Apnea
June 8, 2020
Are you told that you snore while you’re asleep? Do you find yourself waking up constantly in the night? These are all common symptoms…
How Often Should You Replace Your Toothbrush
May 28, 2020
As important as brushing your teeth is, changing your toothbrush regularly is just as important when it comes to healthy teeth and gums. Most…
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