You Might Be Using Too Much Toothpaste
We’ve all seen those commercials & ads that show a toothbrush with a generous swoosh of toothpaste. While that imagery is very satisfying, in reality that’s way more toothpaste than anyone……
Picking the Right Toothbrush for You
When we go to the store to get our next toothbrush, we often just pick the same one as we had before. We might just pick the cheapest one on sale. But taking a moment to find the toothbrush that…
Tooth Removal: It’s Not as Bad as You Think
While most people would like to keep all their natural teeth for their whole lives, that doesn’t mean you need to feel bad about having a tooth taken out. In fact, seeing a dentist to remove a…
The Cutting Truth About Teething
Dentists recommend taking your child to their first dental appointment within six months of getting their first tooth or by 1 year old. Kids can start getting teeth as early as 4 months old, starting…
What’s a Frenectomy & Why Get One
A frenectomy is a medical procedure that removes connective tissue in your mouth. This can happen in one of two areas, at the skin connecting your lips to your gums, or under your tongue. You may…
Getting Ready to Relax With Sedation Dentistry
Going to the dentist probably isn’t your first choice for how you like to spend your personal time, but dental sedation can be a convenient way to make your visit a little more comfortable. If your…
The Importance of Brushing the Whole Mouth
We all know to brush our teeth, but in order to have a healthy mouth, it’s necessary to brush the entire mouth. This means getting to the gums & tongue.
What to Expect at an Oral Cancer Screening
Screenings are a great way to help detect cancer when it is at early stages & is more treatable. It can be intimidating going into a screening, so here are some things to expect when going to…
Why the Bad Guy Has Bad Teeth
The villains of our favorite stories often have certain characteristics that define them as villains. They scheme toward some evil end, wear dark clothes & cackle maniacally into the night air.…
What to Do If Your Crown Falls Off
Dentists talk a lot about dental crowns for a reason: They’re easy to fit & incredibly reliable when fixing decayed teeth. That makes them less of a hassle for you, too! Under normal…