by Joshua | Nov 27, 2024 | blog, dental posts, general dental, pediatric
AS ADULTS, TOOTHACHES can quickly ruin an otherwise lovely day, but how much worse is it for a little kid who doesn’t know what’s happening? Toothaches have a variety of causes, and most of them are worth visiting the dentist, especially if they persist...
by Joshua | Oct 23, 2024 | blog, dental posts, general dental, pediatric
THE REASON SUGAR is so dangerous for our oral health is that harmful oral bacteria love eating it as much as we do, and then they excrete acid onto our teeth. Tooth enamel might be the strongest substance in the human body, but even weak acids can erode it, which is...
by Joshua | Oct 9, 2024 | blog, dental posts, Endo, general dental, Ortho, pediatric
ELDERLY PEOPLE ARE not the only people at risk of gum recession, even though that idea is where the expression “long in the tooth” originated. Some people are unlucky enough to be genetically prone to gum recession, but there are several avoidable factors...
by Joshua | Sep 25, 2024 | blog, dental posts, general dental, pediatric
THERE ARE MANY things parents can do to put their kids’ smiles on the right track for a lifetime of good oral health. Here are a few of them: #1: Find them a toothbrush they like using. A child’s toothbrush should be the right size for their hands and...
by Joshua | Sep 12, 2024 | blog, dental posts, Endo, general dental, Ortho, pediatric
IN THE PHARMACY section of every grocery store, one side of an entire aisle is often dedicated to dozens of toothpaste options. We want to help our patients find the right things to look for to help narrow that selection down. Whitening Toothpaste Whitening...
by Joshua | Aug 28, 2024 | blog, dental posts, general dental, pediatric
IF A CHILD CONTINUES their finger or thumb-sucking habit past their toddler years, it can negatively affect the growth of their jaws and the position of their teeth. A Healthy Habit for a Baby or Toddler There’s no need to worry about a baby or toddler with a...
