The standard wisdom is that people should brush twice a day. Once in the morning and once at night. Doing so helps clean the teeth by removing food particles and the bacteria that feed off them and cause tooth decay. While brushing twice a day is important, one of the most common questions people of […]
Taking good care of your teeth is one of the best things you can do for your and your children’s health. It’s about more than a beautiful smile — healthy teeth prevent tooth decay, cavities, and serious issues like infections, gum disease, and jaw problems. Most of us know that we should take better care […]
There’s so much to worry about with newborns and toddlers that oral health and dental visits may not be the first thing on your mind. After all, there are feedings, first steps, and first words to be concerned about, so it may be tempting not to think about teeth and pediatric dental visits until a […]
It’s certainly no fun to go to the dentist and find out you or your child have gum disease. This diagnosis can come with a lot of questions and anxiety. The question that is first for many patients is whether or not there is a cure for gum disease. Gum disease can generally only be […]
Of all the oral hygiene habits, flossing can be the most intimidating. We all know we’re supposed to do it once a day, but it can be easy to skip because you’re just not sure if you’re doing it right, or the string seems like a hassle. If you’re the parent of a child that […]
Seeing blood on you or your child’s toothbrush can be an alarming sign. Even if it is a small amount of blood, or it just happens sporadically, it’s still natural to wonder why this is happening and what to do about it. There can be a range of causes for bleeding gums when you brush […]
We all know it’s important to take care of our teeth by brushing, rinsing, and flossing — but sometimes it can get a little confusing from there. It may seem like no matter what order you’re doing them in, you should be getting the benefits. But, you also may have heard there’s an optimal sequence. […]
Of all the problems and challenges that come with having a toddler, grinding teeth may not be the first thing many think of. After all, this is the notorious time known as the “terrible twos,” so parents are usually more concerned with temper tantrums, fussy eating habits, learning to talk, and learning to play with […]
After all the fussiness and difficulties that come with teething, it’s so great to see those first teeth finally come in. When you see your little one smile a toothy little smile, it makes it all worth it. It’s also exciting to know that milestones like solid food and first words are now going to […]
Whether you’re a kid or a grown-up, toothaches can be among the worst pains you can experience. Toothaches can be a dull throb, a sharp sting, or both. They can interfere with nearly any daily activity, including eating, drinking, and even breathing. If you have a toothache, you definitely want it to go away, and […]