With winter weather fast approaching, cold and flu season is sure to not be far behind. From consuming extra orange juice for a vitamin C boost to keeping cough drops in one’s purse or at the office, everyone has steps they take to ward off or treat cold and flu symptoms.

However, have you ever considered the impact common cold and flu remedies have on your teeth and gums? It is important not to risk your oral health when fighting off a sore throat, headache or cough. Here are 3 tips from a dentist to help you manage any cold or flu symptoms this winter without compromising your oral health. (more…)

Children everywhere look forward to Halloween all year for the costumes, pumpkin-carving and, most of all, big bags of candy. Unfortunately, all that candy can wreak havoc on their teeth and lead to major cavities. And it’s safe to say that Halloween is scary enough without a trip to the dentist! In this blog, you’ll get 6 Halloween candy tips that will help your kids enjoy their holiday while staying cavity-free.

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With September already coming to an end, it’s only going to get cooler moving forward. As a result, you’ll likely be more enticed to pick up a hot cup of coffee on the way to work or pour yourself some hot tea on your day off. But have you ever stopped to think what damage that beverage could be doing to your enamel? Have you ever asked yourself if hot drinks are bad for your teeth? If not, you’ll want to listen to the facts coming from a dentist. Doing so could save your enamel and prevent teeth sensitivity later.

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The end of summer is swiftly approaching, which means that you’re probably getting your kids ready for a successful schoolyear. From new clothes to notebooks and folders, there’s many boxes to check on your son or daughter’s back to school list. However, there’s one important item that you maybe forgetting—a summer dental visit. Keep reading to learn why it’s beneficial to schedule a visit with your family dentist before the summer is over!

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When you’re a parent, you always want what’s best for your child, and that includes what’s best for their teeth. You want to avoid having a dental emergency because it can scare your little one, and you don’t want them to grow up being terrified of the dentist! Let’s talk about 4 ways you can prevent having to make an extra trip to your emergency dentist’s office.

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You’re missing a few teeth, and it has made an impact on your life. It’s harder to chew some of your favorite foods like steak. You’re more self-conscious of the gaps in your smile. You want to replace those missing teeth, but you’re not sure whether to choose dental implants, bridges, or dentures. You’ve heard some awful rumors about implants, so you’re hesitant to choose them. However, most of the negative things you’ve heard are just myths. An implant dentist is here to disprove 4 myths about dental implants.

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Do you regularly brush and floss your teeth? If so, that’s great! Your dentist will most certainly be glad to hear you’re practicing these good oral hygiene habits at home. But what about your diet? Are you eating the right foods? Do you drink enough water? In addition to the daily morning and nighttime rituals, there are other ways to improve your oral health. Take a look at some of the following suggestions and begin implementing them to maintain healthy teeth and gums.   (more…)

You’ve eaten dinner, enjoyed a nice, relaxing evening on the couch watching television, and now it’s time for bed. You can barely keep your eyes open, so you make the decision to skip out, again, on brushing and flossing your teeth. This continual avoidance can allow bacteria and plaque to build up around your gum line and turn into gum disease. It can also allow that same bacteria to burrow holes into your teeth and create cavities. While it is damaging your oral health, you might be surprised to learn it can also have a negative impact on your heart health.

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Every morning, you take the time to brush, floss, rinse, and clean every nook and cranny of your mouth. You’ve just visited your dentist, and they let you know that, for the third time in a row, you have a new cavity that needs to be filled. How can that be when you’re so good about keeping up with your oral hygiene? Cavities can form for a number of reasons, and not all of them have to do with your dental routine. Read on for 5 reasons why your cavities could be forming. (more…)

Did you know that oral cancer is on the rise? Dentists and doctors have been alarmed that it’s being found more frequently, even in younger people who have never smoked. The good news? You can get screened easier than you may have thought by simply scheduling regular checkups with a dentist. As with all cancers, early detection is key. And, since most people don’t spend time looking at all the nooks and crannies in their mouth, these visits are an opportunity to let your dentist do that for you. Learn more about oral cancer below and how you can reduce your risk!

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