Did you know that February 9 is National Toothache Day? Although its origin is unknown, let’s celebrate it by exploring ways to avoid having one! Of course, the best way to prevent a toothache this year is by regularly visiting your dentist. However, sometimes you can’t avoid discomfort caused by dental reasons. Here are some…
Read MoreHappy National Children’s Dental Health Month! Every February, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to build awareness about the importance of good dental care for kids. In honor of this cause, we wanted to share some surprising facts to drive home just how important it is! American students miss 51 million…
Read MoreThe toothpaste aisle seems to be overflowing with different options. Organic, natural, conventional, the list goes on. Do you know how to pick the best option for you and your family? Here’s how to find your toothpaste soul mate. Conventional toothpaste: Almost all conventional toothpaste contains abrasives (to help clean plaque off teeth), fluorides (to…
Read MoreChildren often view brushing their teeth as another chore, and one that they like to avoid whenever possible. There’s no better time than Children’s Dental Health Month to change this perception and here’s how: It’s no secret that kids love games, so why not make brushing teeth a game? This can be an especially great…
Read MoreBrushing your teeth when you wake up in the morning and before you go to bed is almost automatic for most people. Many people also brush right after meals, but when you’re out and about at the myriad holiday parties and gatherings that happen this time of year, it’s hard to fit in brushing, especially…
Read MoreAre you one of those people who always asks for a straw at a restaurant? Do you use straws in your home or while at work? There are some great reasons for sipping through a straw, and some of the benefits are outlined below. Stain protection: Drinking through a straw can help prevent unsightly stains…
Read MoreThe holidays are around the corner, which means plenty of get togethers with family and friends. With so many possibilities for close-up moments with your loved ones, it’s important to make sure your breath is as minty fresh as possible. Here are some tips to help combat bad breath during the holidays. Dentists say it…
Read MoreDentists are usually pretty predictable this time of year: Your dentist tells you to stay away from Halloween candy, and the dentist on your street hands out toothbrushes, mini toothpaste tubes or pennies.This year, we thought wed take a bit of a different tack. Look, we know you’re going to eat candy. We get it.…
Read MoreMost people have a first aid kit at home, sometimes even in their car or camping kit, but have you considered putting together an emergency dental kit? It can really come in handy in the event of a loose crown, toothache, broken or even knocked out tooth when you don’t have immediate access to a…
Read MoreIf you’ve ever had braces or been embarrassed about showing off your smile because of the appearance of your teeth, then you know how difficult and stressful it is when someone says those two words: say cheese. To help put you more at ease when the impromptu photo-op comes up, we’ve put together some tips…
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