A CRITICAL COMPONENT of personalized patient care is cultivating the art of listening. One of the most important reasons we use social media is to be sure it’s easy for you to connect with us—whenever and wherever you want. We’re always anxious to know your thoughts about how we can best serve you. Your Feedback…
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Antacids Bring Relief But They Can Also Damage Your Teeth
MANY FOODS, INCLUDING dairy products, meats, fish, some grains, sugars, alcohol, and caffeinated beverages can contribute to an overabundance of acid in the body. To combat the indigestion and discomfort these foods may cause, people take antacids. Trouble is, antacids can have damaging side effects on your smile. Antacids May Weaken Your Teeth For proper digestion,…
3 Tips For Eating Healthy Lunches Your Teeth Will Like
WE BELIEVE IN PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY and yes, much of that depends on you! Cleaning your teeth after you eat is important, but the effects of good habits also have a lot to do with what you eat. Keep Your Smile Healthy By Packing Great Lunches Eating on-the-go can be problematic. In the morning, grabbing a donut is much…
The Age-Old Question Of What To Do With Loose Baby Teeth
WE’VE ALL BEEN THROUGH IT, RIGHT? Can you remember when your baby teeth were falling out? Did one of your parents yank them out for you? Or, were you one of those do-it-yourself-ers? Our Advice? No Viral Video Attempts Pulling Teeth In Crazy Ways Have you seen some of the online videos out there where parents…
5 Simple Steps To Harnessing The Power Of Your Smile
YOUR SMILE IS AMONG YOUR MOST influential assets! But, that doesn’t mean your smile has to be a perfect, “movie star” smile for you to harness its power. Step 1: Practice, Practice, Practice Life’s too short to skip the simple things that make you happy. Smile more. Smile and laugh, proudly. Abundantly. Invite people to…
Flossing Correctly Is As Important As Flossing Daily
YOU ALREADY KNOW THAT NEGLECTING TO FLOSS can lead to all kinds of oral health problems—including tooth decay and periodontal disease. But what most people don’t know (or don’t think about) are the correct and incorrect techniques associated with flossing. They’re not complicated and they’re important to know. We hope this helps! Yes, Ned Is…
3 Dental Tips If You Have A Cold Or The Flu
WHEN THE COLD AND FLU SEASON STRIKES your teeth are probably the last thing you’re thinking about as you reach for another tissue! But there ARE some things related to that cold or flu that can affect your oral health. Be conscious of these three things: Tip 1: Avoid Dry Mouth By Staying Hydrated Dry mouth…
Six Awesome, Surprising Toothpaste Uses
WE USE IT DAILY TO CLEAN OUR TEETH and freshen our breath, but did you know there are many other everyday uses for toothpaste? Here are a few: Cleaning, Polishing, And Removing Stains A little toothpaste can help remove stains from clothes and carpet, crayon from walls, scuffs from shoes, and soap scum from the shower.…
The Connection Between Gum Disease And Dementia
NEARLY ALL OF US EXPERIENCE bleeding gums at some point in our lives. But don’t assume it’s no big deal. Gum disease can have serious consequences including pain, chronic bleeding and tooth loss. It has also been linked to a number of total body health conditions including Alzheimer’s. Skipping The Floss Can Increase Dementia Risk A recent study…
Reducing Canker Sore Pain And Duration
THE EXACT CAUSE of canker sores is unknown. What we do know is that canker sores can be extremely bothersome! By better understanding some of the possible causes—and some treatment options—we hope to reduce the irritation canker sores may cause you. Possible Canker Sore Causes These non-contagious lesions that appear on your gums, lips, cheeks,…
