We all seem to know that one person who is completely petrified of the dentist. If you’re that person, then this can apply to you as well. Here are some simple tips and tricks to get you over dental phobia! Bring a friend along Bring a friend to that very first dental appointment. Make sure…
Many people admit to grinding their teeth both consciously and/or subconsciously. Teeth grinding can be the result of anger, anxiety, or nervousness. Some people even grind their teeth in their sleep. Unfortunately, there are a lot of reasons why this is a bad habit to have. Teeth The teeth are the first victims of teeth…
Getting kids to brush their teeth can be challenging for parents. However, a combined approach that includes home and school can educate your kids and make it a fun activity too. Example and routine The most important step in teaching kids proper dental hygiene is example. Kids must see the steps that parents take in…
This question has been circling scientific and medical communities since 1891 at least. A recent study has brought the discussion back to the table. Researchers at the University of Central Lancashire in the UK studied ten brains of deceased Alzheimer’s patients, and ten brains of deceased healthy people. In four of the brains with Alzheimer’s,…
You always hear about how soda and other junk food damages your teeth. Yet what about are there any good food that can damage your teeth. Ice Well, ice is a good start. Because most people even when we drink water we chew the ice that’s in our drink not thinking about it. The ice…