When children first learn about dentists, teeth, and the importance of brushing and flossing, they might view plaque as an evil villain of sorts. Although colorless at first (in disguise, …
Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
You’ve likely heard your dentist and hygienist—maybe even your mother!—remind you more than once to floss your teeth daily. And they’re right! We know that it won’t be the most …
Teeth Straightening Options
Very few people are born with perfectly straight teeth. However, most people choose to straighten their crooked smiles with a little help from their dentist or orthodontist. We’re lucky to …
How to Care for your Child’s Teeth
To keep your young one as healthy as possible, you need to know how to care for your child’s teeth as best as you can. Even though he or she …
How Often Should You Go to the Dentist?
If you want to keep your teeth as strong and healthy as possible (and we hope you do!), you likely know how important it is to schedule dental appointments, even …
What Is Gingivitis?
When most people talk about dentistry, they focus on the teeth—cavities, fillings, cleanings, chips, dentures, cosmetic procedures . . . However, dentists also diagnose, prevent, and treat conditions found throughout …
How to Brush Your Teeth Properly
You brush your teeth two or three times a day (I hope) and after eating certain foods (hello, corn on the cob . . .). Your dentist or hygienist may …
How to Not Be Afraid of the Dentist
So, you’ve got your next dentist appointment coming up, and you’re nervous about it. Or maybe you’re more than nervous, perhaps even scared. Or, you don’t have one coming up …
What Is an Intraoral Camera?
Going to the dentist means seeing, hearing about, and experiencing a variety of tools that are unfamiliar to most patients. These odd-looking tools may cause patients some anxiety—we understand that. …
How to Replace A Missing Tooth
Do you mind the gap? No, we’re not talking about the London Tube’s signature warning—we’re talking about your oral health! If you have a bothersome gap in your smile caused …