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Are thumb sucking and pacifier habits harmful for a child’s teeth?
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the
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The Perks of Dairy
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things
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Radiation and the Safety of Dental X-Rays
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
It is not uncommon to be concerned about your safety when you have dental X-rays performed. Putting on a heavy lead vest may make you apprehensive. The benefits of dental
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Why Do Molars Seem to Get More Cavities?
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Probably because, for many kids, molars do get more cavities. So let’s answer two better questions: Why do molars get more cavities? And, how can we help prevent them?
It’s the
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Does flossing hurt your gums?
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding
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Medication Can Lead To Xerostomia in Women
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.
Xerostomia, otherwise known as dry mouth, can be a side effect of many common medications. Drugs used for blood pressure, birth control, antidepressants, or cancer treatments may cause the dry
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Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.
When working out, studying late, or any time we feel like a bit of a boost would come in handy, energy drinks are a common go-to for many teens and
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Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.
The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and
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The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is
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The ABCs of Vitamin C
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.
A as in Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic acid is just another name for vitamin C, which is one of the so-called “essential nutrients.” These are nutrients that are necessary for our bodies
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How to Prevent Dry Socket
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.
When you have a tooth extracted, your body immediately sets to work to help protect the affected area. The blood that collects at the site of the extraction clots to
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October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 04, 2022.
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around
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Four Tips for Soothing a Toothache
posted: Sep. 27, 2022.
Whether it’s a dull and throbbing ache or a sharp pain, toothaches can come in many different forms. Chances are you’ve had the discomforting experience once or twice in your
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Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.
Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root
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