Are Popular DIY Oral Remedies Safe?
If you browse online platforms like YouTube or Pinterest long enough, you’re bound to stumble across DIY remedies for just about any ailment or problem. The do-it-yourself movement can be great for crafty, creative projects like upcycled furniture or handmade jewelry. Even some natural skincare treatments can be beneficial if you find the right recipe. […]
Electronic Cigarettes and Your Oral Health
Using electronic cigarettes, or vaping, is extremely popular. The habit has long been touted as a healthier alternative to using other tobacco products, but that doesn’t make it harmless. In May 2018, e-cigs had some bad press when USA Today reported that in the past 5 years, more than 8,000 children aged 6 or younger have […]
How to Prevent Gum Disease
Gum disease isn’t as uncommon as people think — in fact, according to the CDC, nearly 50% of Americans over the age of 30 have some sort of gum disease! Luckily, gum disease can be stopped in its tracks and potentially reversed if caught early enough. What Are Gums, Anyway? Your gums are the soft […]
How to Remove Tartar From Your Teeth
Plaque is never a good thing. This sticky coating is the bacteria in your mouth feasting away on leftover food particles, forming an acid that is corrosive to your teeth. As if that weren’t bad enough, this substance eventually hardens into tartar, sometimes called calculus. This is a hard substance that ranges in shade from […]
Getting an X-Ray While Pregnant at the Dentist
Regular Dental X-Rays are Safe and Important for Your Health During a Pregnancy During a pregnancy, your body is in a unique state. With all your doctor’s appointments and preparing your nursery, there is also a lot going on. With all the changes in your body and the anticipation of your baby’s arrival, it isn’t […]
How Toothpaste Went from Chalky Powder to Minty Cream
Brushing our teeth is a routine part of everyday life. Most of us give little thought when we grab a colorful, collapsible tube and squeeze a calculated blend of minty paste onto our brush. Today’s toothpastes are composed of a perfect blend of detergent, fluoride, flavorings, gentle abrasives,and humectants. But before we arrived on this […]
What Causes Bad Breath & How Can You Get Rid of It?
Bad breath is not a desired trait for anyone, but it is the reality for more than 80 million Americans who suffer from chronic mouth odor, or halitosis. As with any problem, the first step to resolving it is to find out whether you have a problem. Even though that seems simple, smelling your own […]
Protect Your Smile in Spring Sports
Prevent Injury to Your Smile This Spring Things are warming up outside, and it’s time to break out the mountain bike and sports gear! Summer gives us the chance to stretch our legs and enjoy the weather, but don’t forget to keep your chompers safe from harm. Dentists estimate that close to 39% of tooth-related […]
Celebrate World Oral Health Day
World Oral Health Day (WOHD) is on March 20th. What better time to assess your dental health habits? The FDI World Dental Federation founded WOHD in 2013 as a way to encourage the public to “Live Mouth Smart.” Our Top 7 Tips for Living Mouth Smart To help our patients keep their smiles healthy, Panorama […]
Where Did the Tooth Fairy Come From?
The Tooth Fairy is an offbeat sort of girl, unlike most magical beings. Thanks to their impact on advertising and pop culture, Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny can be tracked through history. This isn’t the case with the Tooth Fairy. Since February 28 is National Tooth Fairy Day, we’ve attempted to pin down her […]