Are you afraid of the dentist? You’re not alone! Studies estimate that dental anxiety affects 13% to 24% of people around the world. It’s so common, in fact, that the iconic show Seinfeld created the term “anti-dentite” and dealt with the phobia on an episode. The best thing you can do as a person who […]
Many people mistakenly think that they don’t need to visit their dentist unless they’re experiencing pain or other issues. However, dentists recommend a routine checkup every six months. Even if your teeth feel and look healthy, there could be an underlying medical condition you didn’t even know you had. Think of preventive dentistry the same […]
Each October, while children prepare to fill their bags full of sweet treats on Halloween night, dentists prepare for the damage those treats will inflict on teeth and gums. October’s National Dental Hygiene Month is actually partnered with the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, the creator of one of the world’s most popular sugar-free chewing gums. […]
Tooth enamel is your body’s hardest mineral substance — yes, even stronger than bone! Because it’s the surface layer of your teeth, it helps protect against decay by protecting your teeth from acids and plaque. However, if you don’t take proper care of your teeth, your enamel can wear down — and once that hard […]
Tooth emergencies can happen suddenly and unexpectedly. Knowing how to respond when you have a dental emergency can lessen the severity and aid in your recovery. Below are three common dental emergencies that require you to see a dentist as soon as possible. Cracked or Broken Tooth While teeth are very strong, they can crack, […]
An appointment with your dentist can be intimidating, partly because there are so many machines and tools in the office that seem so foreign to many of us. What are they, and what is your dentist going to use them for? Getting an answer to those questions does more than satisfy your curiosity. It gives […]
Summertime may be time for kids to get out of school, but your children still have the opportunity to learn from their parents every single day. That’s why the American Dental Association has launched a collaborative effort with the Colgate-Palmolive Company to bring national attention to oral health during the month of June. Families are […]
You probably know that drinking dark beverages and eating sugary foods can damage your teeth, but do you know there’s actually much more to it? In fact, there are certain foods that can improve your dental health by helping to limit decay over time and there are other foods that can actually accelerate the level […]
It’s no secret to dentists or their patients— most people just don’t like to floss. Even though the benefits of flossing are numerous (including healthy gums and aiding in the prevention of periodontal disease, which 50% of adults have whether they know it or not), many people simply don’t want to take two minutes out […]
We’ve all been there. You eat dinner after getting home from a long day of work and just a few hours later, like clockwork, your belly starts telling your brain, “Hey, feed me!” Now, eating a late night snack in and of itself is not necessarily a bad thing; but eating the wrong foods at […]