They Rehydrate and Recharge but Wreak Havoc on Your Teeth You just finished a strenuous workout or you’ve got a long day ahead so what do you reach for? If you’re like a lot of people, you chug a sports drink or gulp down an energy drink. It may make you feel better short-term, but…
DetailsHow Can You Help Create a Fun, Fear-Free First Trip to the Dentist? Taking your child to the dentist at a young age is the best way to prevent problems such as tooth decay, and can help parents learn how to clean their child’s teeth. After all, decay can occur as soon as teeth appear.…
DetailsGo See Your Dentist Before These Signs Become Serious Whether it’s traces of crimson on your toothbrush or that nagging sensitivity that seems never to go away, it’s easy to neglect your oral health. Persistent tooth or mouth pain generally indicates a serious problem. Symptoms could include a tooth sensitive to touch or changes in…
DetailsThe Pros and Cons to Consider When Making the Decision The effectiveness of cleaning your teeth with a manual toothbrush compared to an electric toothbrush is commonly debated today. There’s an assumption that the modern day electric replacement is far superior to the good old-fashioned manual toothbrush. In saying this, there are some pros and…
DetailsStay in Town and Find Something New to Do Every Weekend This Summer No summer vacation planned? No worries. The metro area offers an array of festivities to fill your weekends. From Grand Old Day to The Great Minnesota Get Together, the warm weather season is packed with events that celebrate family and fun with…
DetailsFor nearly 150 years, Americans have gathered in late spring to honor the sacrifice of those who have given their lives in service to their country. This Memorial Day weekend many local destinations commemorate this day of remembrance. Memorial Day was borne out of the Civil War and a desire to honor our dead. It…
DetailsWhen Should You Take Your Baby For A First Visit to the Dentist? If you have a new baby at home or know someone who does did you realize that a dentist should examine a child within six months after their first tooth comes in and no later than the child’s first birthday? A whopping 97%…
DetailsMore Than 15 Percent of American Adults Suffer from Chronic Facial Pain If you have pain or tenderness in your jaw, or persistent headaches or neck aches, you may be suffering from a temporomandibular (tem-puh-roe-mun-DIB-u-lur) joint (TMJ) disorder. For many sufferers of TMJ disorders (TMD), the dentist is a logical first stop in trying to…
DetailsFoods That Are a Treat to Eat Often Can Do Serious Damage Your mouth is a busy place. Especially for bacteria tiny colonies of living organisms are constantly on the move on your teeth, gums, lips and tongue. Having bacteria in your mouth is a normal thing. While some of the bacteria can be harmful,…
DetailsWhat You Eat Can Help Fortify and Brighten Your Smile Think of the enamel on your teeth as a fortress and plaque like a marauding horde bent on their destruction. You can build up defenses in your mouth with healthy eating habits and use nutrition to fight off the corrosive attack of plaque. Small changes…
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