When most of us think about our dental health, we think about our teeth, but our gums are also an important part of dental health. That’s why when you visit the dentist for an exam, they’ll examine and x-ray your teeth for signs of cavities, and they’ll also measure...
You may have heard about fluoride from your dentist or seen it advertised on products at the store like toothpaste and mouthwash. Why is it added to dental products? What are its benefits to your teeth? Is it a necessary ingredient in toothpaste? Fluoride can have a...
There are many benefits to choosing to eat healthier, among them the ways diet affects oral health. Eating foods low in sugar and other carbohydrates and starches and high in nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus might not only help...
You’ve done a quick breath check after your garlicky lunch. You’re short on time to run back to the office. It can seem like a quick and easy stand in for brushing to pop a stick of gum in your mouth to freshen your breath, but is chewing gum helpful or harmful to...
Did you know that at the end of the year most dental plans reset and anything you haven’t used that year may be lost? If you want to make the most of the dental benefits you’ve paid into all year, here’s how to maximize your dental benefits. Spend Wisely If you’ve...
If you’ve wondered what a smile makeover is, you’re not alone. If you’re wondering if you need a smile makeover you’re not alone either! So what does one entail? What can it do for you? Bright and Beautiful! A smile makeover is a series of procedures meant to bring...
