Seven Tips for Dealing with Sensitive Teeth
Dental Care Tips, General Dentistry, Preventive CareDo you find yourself wincing with tooth pain when you sip hot coffee or take a bite of an ice cream cone? Or do you find brushing your teeth to be uncomfortable? These are classic signs of sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity usually occurs when…
Healthy Gift Alternatives to Candy and Chocolate
General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Preventive CareDuring the holiday season there are so many people to give gifts: teachers, neighbors, party hosts, the mailman, etc. The easy go-to for these small tokens of appreciation is chocolate and candy. While it's ok to enjoy sweet treats in moderation,…
What to Do in the Event of a Dental Emergency
Dental Care Tips, General Dentistry, Preventive CareDo you know what to do if you wake up in the middle of the night with an unrelenting toothache or your child bursts through the front door with a chipped tooth? Sudden tooth pain or injury can be painful and stressful, so it’s important to…
Five Tips for Buying a Toothbrush
Dental Care Tips, General Dentistry, Preventive CareDid you know that if you follow dental guidelines to brush for two minutes twice a day, you’ll spend 1,460 minutes brushing your teeth each year? That’s quite a long time, so you want to make sure that the toothbrush you use is comfortable…
All About Dental Crowns
Cosmetic Dentistry, General DentistryCrowns aren’t just for heads, they’re for teeth too! As one of the most common tooth restoration techniques, dental crowns have helped millions of Americans with their tooth troubles. If you’ve been told you need a crown but are still…
The Benefits of In-Office Teeth Whitening
Dental Care Tips, General Dentistry, Preventive CareA bright, white smile can go a long way to improve your confidence and make you feel good about yourself. While regular brushing and cleanings at the dentist office can help keep your teeth healthy, sometimes an extra boost is needed to let…
How to Correctly Brush Your Teeth
Dental Care Tips, General Dentistry, Preventive Care?Remember back to the early days of the pandemic when we all had to relearn the correct way to wash our hands? Many people admitted to not ever knowing the how to clean their hands the right way. So, while you probably think you know the correct…
Holiday Foods That are Harmful for Your Teeth
Dental Care Tips, General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Preventive Care?The holiday season is filled with sweets and treats that only come around once a year. It may be tempting to overindulge, but keep in mind that certain foods and drinks are extra bad for your teeth (not to mention your waistline). Below is…
Tips for Open Enrollment Season
Dental Care Tips, General Dentistry, Office News, Pediatric DentistryFall is typically the start of open enrollment for various types of insurance, including dental insurance. Not all dental plans are created equal, so it’s important to review the benefits carefully to make sure there are no unexpected surprises…
Protect Your Teeth as You Age
General Dentistry, Preventive CareGetting older often means aching backs, hip replacements, and trouble hearing. Just as other parts of our bodies change as we get older, our teeth change as well! However, if cared for properly, your teeth can last you a lifetime. For adults…