As we look forward to re-opening our office, here’s an update of some of the things we are doing to keep you safe. We have removed several doors so handles are not touched; we have added clear barriers at the […]
Read Full ArticleIs the satisfying fizz of your favorite sparkling water putting you at risk for tooth decay? Because any drink with carbonation—including sparkling water—has a higher acid level, some reports have questioned whether sipping sparkling water will weaken your tooth enamel […]
Read Full ArticleWhat is Fluoride? Fluoride is a natural mineral found throughout the Earth’s crust. Fluoride is also found in some food and water supplies. How does it work? Fluoride concentrates in the growing bones and developing teeth of children, helping to […]
Read Full ArticleWhen buying a toothbrush, look for the ADA seal. The American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance is the gold standard for toothbrushes. The toothbrush is 5,000 years old. In many different forms, that is. Ancient civilizations used a “chew […]
Read Full ArticleEnd Results of Vaping and Effects on Oral Health: By irresponsible marketing targeting the young population with fruity flavors and the idea that it is thought to be a safer alternative to cigarettes, vaping can be just as dangerous or […]
Read Full ArticleWhat makes it so bad for oral health? –The ingredients in E-liquid Propylene glycol The first danger of e-cigarettes is associated with the carrier product known as propylene glycol (PG). It can be found in various edible items, such as […]
Read Full ArticleDental Implants: What are they? Dental implants have become a choice treatment option for many patients who are missing one or more teeth. A dental implant is a replacement tooth “root” constructed of medical grade titanium. Dental implants are extremely […]
Read Full ArticleA lot of people are aware of eating and drinking sugary foods is bad for your teeth and over all health. But what does sugar really do to your teeth? Tooth decay is caused by bacteria that feeds on sugars from food and […]
Read Full Article(11/08/18 USA Today) A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the FDA, and the National Cancer Institute indicates cigarette smoking has reached an all-time low. About 14% of adults (around 34 million people) smoked within the […]
Read Full ArticleWhat is the right time and order for the different steps of dental hygiene? Starting your morning with fresh breath is always important; so should it be before eating or after? If your breakfast involves oranges or anything acidic it’s […]
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