Have you ever been eating and all of a sudden heard a crack? The next thing you know, there’s something hard in your food that shouldn’t be there. You run to the mirror and smile and there staring right at you, is your worst fear confirmed. A broken tooth! Don’t let a broken tooth turn […]
Do You Like Your Smile?
Do you like your smile? Or does the state of your teeth make you feel self-conscious when you talk? Possibly you find yourself hiding your smile in pictures? Maybe people wonder why you are always so straight faced in their photographs. If so, you’re not alone. Studies show that our smiles matter. Our health, self-esteem […]
Top Ten List for Healthier Smiles – #1. Don’t Be a Stranger
Over the past 9 weeks our team of professionals has given some great tips on keeping your smile healthy. Now we come to our number one tip: Come see us! It doesn’t matter how great your diet is or how awesome your brushing skills are or even if your flossing abilities impress the other drivers […]
Top Ten List for Healthier Smiles – #2 The Dynamic Duo: Brushing and Flossing
When you hear the words Dynamic Duo, who comes to mind? Batman and Robin? Sherlock Holmes and Watson? The Lone Ranger and Tonto? Well, I’ve got a new duo for you: Brushing and Flossing! I admit that brushing and flossing may not sound exciting, but they pack a powerful one/two punch when it comes to […]
Top Ten List for Healthier Smiles – #3 Preventing Dental Bone Loss
You know the saying about not building your house on sand? The same holds true for our mouths. The roots of our teeth are surrounded by bone. This bone is the foundation for oral health. Lose enough bone and it jeopardizes your teeth. Bone loss is caused by periodontal (gum) disease. Think of periodontal disease […]
Top Ten List for Healthier Smiles – #4 Dry Mouth and What to do About It
This week’s tip is about an unsung dental hero. It is an integral part of our dental health that doesn’t get enough credit. Even the names we have for it: spit, slobber and drool don’t do it justice. Don’t believe me? Think about the times you woke up in the middle of the night in […]