Having a healthy tongue is just as important as maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Signs of an Unhealthy Tongue: White patches on the tongue Red tongue Yellow tongue Black hairy tongue Sore and bumpy tongue Tongues play a crucial role in your oral function. Without your tongue it would be essentially impossible to speak, eat, […]
Get the most out of your at-home routine by getting back to the basics of dental hygiene. Routines are part of our daily lives and it is easy to let your mind’s autopilot take over. However, when it comes to your smile, relying on muscle memory could be hindering your oral care. Follow these helpful […]
Gums hold your smile in place, keep them healthy with a few simple steps! Your oral health goes beyond just teeth. Gums play a big part in a healthy and beautiful smile. They help protect your teeth and the underlying bone from harmful bacteria in the mouth. Think of your teeth as a fence post […]
A brighter smile is just around the corner. Smiling can improve your mood, boost your immune system, and even make you appear more attractive to others. However, some people may try to hide their pearly whites because they are embarrassed by stained teeth. Whitening your teeth can make a significant improvement in the appearance of […]
Studies have shown that teeth grinding has increased during the pandemic; we can help protect your smile. Now that we're more than a year into a global pandemic, we are learning more about the variety of indirect effects that COVID-19 has had on the population. We have seen it affect our mental health, our emotional […]
A healthy diet is important for everyone, but for your child's proper growth and development, they must get their recommended daily allowances of bone-growing, muscle-strengthening vitamins and minerals. A colorful diet based on whole foods like dairy, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats will help make sure your child has all the building blocks […]
February is American Heart Month! What does heart health have to do with oral health? Evidence suggests… a lot! Science has found two very distinct links between a person's oral health and heart health. Signs of heart disease may be noticeable in a person's gum tissue, and someone with gum disease has a higher risk […]
Teething can be a trying time for both babies and parents. Here are some tips to help make life a little more pleasant for everyone. Did you know that when your baby is born, all 20 of their baby teeth are already developed below the gums, ready to appear when they are 4-7 months old? […]
Some dentists are rethinking automatically extracting wisdom teeth, but in some cases, keeping your wisdom teeth just isn't that wise. When you are born, all your baby teeth are developed and waiting below the gum to start popping through when you are about six months old. Wisdom teeth, however, don't start to develop until you […]
Just because you're no longer in braces or using clear aligners, it doesn't mean your orthodontic treatment is complete. Oh, happy day! The braces are off, and the beautiful, straight smile you've bled for and gave up those holiday caramels for is ready to shine on its own. The commitment you made to wear your […]