Chewing gum is a habit that has been under debate among dentists for decades. Since the invention of the concept in ancient times, gum itself has come a long way. What used to be a purely sticky, sugary substance has become a common after-meal breath...
Read MoreEvery kid’s worst nightmare comes true when their parents say “no more sugar!” Usually the goal is to avoid a sugar high, but cutting out the sweet stuff protects tooth enamel, too. We as adults aren’t off the hook, either. No matter how old you...
Read MoreUnless there was a dentist in the family, many of us probably grew up using what’s called a “manual” toothbrush instead of an electric one. These days you can pick up a manual toothbrush in your local grocery store for just a few dollars, or...
Read MoreIt’s not uncommon to feel some sort of anxiety prior to your visit to the dentist. Even if the appointment is just for a routine cleaning, millions of people every year report feelings of uneasiness in the days and hours leading up to their dentist...
Read MoreOctober is an important month for the healthcare world–while the leaves are changing and the air is getting cooler, many are decked out in pink gear commemorating another important health issue. But did you know it’s also National Dental Hygiene Month? Hopefully you think about your...
Read More21st century dental innovations are on the rise, and this creativity now includes a “smart” fix for cavities. A new type of filling, made with bioactive glass instead of metals like mercury and silver, helps restore damaged teeth. Metal fillings used by most dentists may need to be...
Read MoreThough long-used for infant comfort, the benefits of a pacifier are up for debate. Sucking is a reflex that is normal for infants, but sucking on a foreign object such as a pacifier can harm the development of different oral structures. Babies that have so-called...
Read MoreAs our grandmothers will tell us, the color white goes out of style as soon as we pass that first Monday in September. Even though we have to put away our white jeans, our teeth can wear white all year round! That pearly smile is a...
Read MoreWish there was a way to seal your teeth from potential bacteria? Look no further! A sealant is a coating usually placed on the surface of back teeth to protect against harmful bacteria. The main purpose of a sealant is to prevent tooth decay, so...
Read MoreIf you’ve ever needed a filling, you may have been given the option between a silver filling and a white filling. The difference between the two lies deeper than color: silver fillings are made of a material called amalgam, and white fillings are made of...
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