What is fluoride? Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral compound found in water and soil. It is also present in foods and beverages at varying concentrations. Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay by making the entire tooth surface more resistant to acid attacks from the bacteria that live in the plaque on your teeth. Fluoride also…
What to Do If a Dental Problem Requires Immediate Treatment Accidents happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. Knocked-Out Tooth A knocked-out tooth is a dental emergency that requires urgent attention. If the appropriate emergency steps are followed immediately after the tooth has…
Good Oral Health Habits to Guard Your Grin Good oral health not only protects the integrity of your teeth and gums but also ensures that your smile remains bright for years to come. Even if you brush and floss regularly, however, there are still some oral health concerns that you may end up facing. Whether…
And How to Keep Eating Them While Reducing Their Impact on Your Pearly Whites Wine, coffee and tea – it’s the trifecta of tooth-staining foods that almost everyone knows to avoid in order to protect their pearly whites. These beverages, however, are just the beginning of a long list of foods that can sabotage your…
We perform tooth extractions for a variety of reasons. Whether one wants to remove their wisdom teeth, replace an infected one, or reduce crowding, we have a solution for everyone! Here are eight common myths we can bust to get you started on your tooth extraction adventure. Of course, we’re happy to provide further information,…
Four Proven Benefits and Five Myths of Oral Rinse Who doesn’t love that minty kick that comes from a swig of mouthwash? Your oral rinse could be doing more than just giving your breath a makeover, according to many mouthwash makers it could be chockfull of health benefits, too. Just check out the label on…
When consumed in moderation, there are health benefits associated with alcohol. The Mayo Clinic reports that moderate alcohol consumption can reduce the odds of developing heart disease including heart attack, may potentially minimize the risks of stroke, lower the chances of getting gallstones and potentially lower the risk of developing diabetes. However, too much liquor…
Chocolate is a fun gift for holidays. While candy generally doesn’t mix well with keeping teeth healthy, dark chocolate (the kind with at least 70% cocoa) can actually be a cavity fighter. That’s obviously fantastic news for chocolate lovers. Recent studies emerging from Japan, England, and the U.S. support the fact that chocolate is effective…
Bad Breath Can Be Uncomfortable for You and Those Around You There’s so much to worry about at Christmas, from the presents to what you should wear to event – but we often forget about our breath. Bad breath can not only be embarrassing but it can also be a sign of something more serious…
If you are still enthralled by all things turkey, we have a couple of tasty and healthy recipes from Dionne, our amazing dental assistant and first-rate cook. Both recipes call for ground turkey and are easy to make and delicious to eat. The Turkey Pizza Burgers have just six ingredients, and are a lovely way…