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,…
Dental insurance is widely regarded to be crucial, but in the US, there are a staggering number of adults and children without it. Many of these people will lose thousands of valuable school and work hours due to oral-facial problems. Most people understand that oral health directly affects their overall health. But the rate of…
We sleep for 6-8 hours a night on average and a lot can happen during that time. When we sleep, bacteria collect on our teeth. However, you don’t have to let this pasty plaque ruin a good night’s sleep. Here are some nighttime tips for improving your oral health. Eat healthy snacks– If you like…
How many times have parents heard the phrase, “they are only baby teeth, they will lose them anyway”. For years, many live under the common misconception that children’s primary teeth are not as important because they are only temporary. However, that is not necessarily the case when it comes to baby teeth. For starters, baby…
We’ve all seen the various videos and DIY tutorials floating around the internet, teaching us neat tricks and tips anywhere from makeup tutorials to home improvement projects. We tend to get sucked into the trance of seeing those whitening commercial that advertises instant results at a low cost. Although it does sound tempting to give…
Over the years, dentistry has made strides towards dental treatments and solutions for patients that are revolutionary to our overall dental health and comfort. Today, we have several options to choose from, but with that we have a lot of questions. When it comes to missing teeth or teeth that need work, which route is…
As parents we are told what to avoid, what to use, and what to ask the doctor about from the minute pregnancy is discovered. Though we often read about the dangers of using things such as drugs, alcohol, tobacco, as well as certain medications during fetal development; how it effects the teeth can be just…