Most people have heard of the word “plaque,” and know it’s not something you want on your teeth. Yet, they don’t know what exactly plaque is or how it contributes to dental decay. Plaque is a...
Most of our patients know a thing or two about stress. Whether you’re dealing with
chronic stress, or a brief stressful life circumstance, we all encounter it from time to
time. Most people associate stress with heart...
The age-old question – should you floss before you brush or after? If you asked any one of our
team members, you just might get a different answer on this one!Before you report them for not...
People have been asserting that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” since the 19th century.
While it may not necessarily be true that those who eat apples never have to see a doctor,
apples certainly...
This is one of our most frequently asked questions! Our answer? It’s not the brush that matters,
it’s who’s doing the brushing.Let’s break that down. The goal of tooth brushing is to remove plaque from your...
Of all the things you can do to maintain a healthy mouth, flossing has got to be the least expensive!But many patients don’t take the time to floss. And if you do, you might not...
Ever seen those videos where someone puts a baby tooth in a glass of soda and watches it decay? Well, the effect of soda in an actual mouth...
A lot of folks ask us what toothpaste we recommend.
Our answer? Any fluoride toothpaste that will help you maintain a good oral health routine!
We normally recommend a standard...
Ouch!
Chomp on something your tooth didn’t like? Or get hit in the mouth with a hockey puck? If you think you may have a cracked...
When it comes to tooth decay, it’s important to know the main culprit – acid. Acid is what eats away at our enamel and causes cavities. Acid can enter our mouths in one...
