Enhancing your smile with cosmetic dentistry is becoming increasingly popular. The Dental Economics Journal reports that the field has grown 12.5 percent within the last five years. The uses of veneers and crowns is fueling that growth. If you are one of those who will soon be rocking a movie star smile, there is one […]

Do you own an electric toothbrush? If not, it’s time to get with the times people! Electric toothbrushes have tons of benefits. Here are a few advantages. They allow you to clean hard to reach areas. They prevent you from brushing too hard. They are great for people with impaired dexterity. They have timers to […]

Do you get the same pounding headache each day? If you’ve tried to pinpoint the cause to eating, sleeping, caffeine and other triggers with no success, there may be one cause you haven’t considered: teeth grinding. What is Bruxism? Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is a widespread dental/sleep disorder. The Bruxism Association reports that 8-10 percent […]

Dental insurance can be complicated and confusing. Just ask anyone who has been told their plan has a “missing tooth clause.” What is a missing tooth clause exactly? When a company has a provision in their contract that states that if a tooth is lost before the contract begins, they don’t bear any responsibility to […]

There are some things that are most easily learned when you are still young: foreign languages, manners and good dental habits. Plus, it’s much easier to convince a 6-year-old that flossing is cool as opposed to a 16-year-old. Here are a few dental habits to focus on while your children are still bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. […]

Did you know that and estimated 65 percent of Americans suffer from bad breath? It’s true! Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is caused by poor oral hygiene, eating certain foods, medical issues, a lack of saliva (dry mouth), gum disease and smoking among other things. But just how important is fresh breath? According to […]

If you are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant, you’ve probably already heard about a long list of no-no’s including smoking, drinking, eating deli meat or soaking in the hot tub. We’ve got another one to add to your list — some types of dental work. But pay special attention to the word “some” because not […]

According to the Center for Disease Control, 20 percent of children between the ages of 5 and 11 have at least one decayed tooth. Trying to keep your child out of that segment relies on healthy dental habits. Just like potty training, teaching kids dental healthy habits requires patience and a fair amount of strategy. […]

Want to give the gift of a better, brighter, healthier smile? There are endless products to choose from. Here are some ideas, organized by recipient type. FOR YOUR BRACES BUDDY: Orthodontic flossers While braces are great for straightening teeth, they make flossing quite the challenge! It’s hard to get all the nooks and crannies with […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year . . . for indulging — which means healthy dental habits often fall by the wayside during the holidays. Here are XX tips that will keep your smile healthy and happy come January 1. No need for resolutions here! 1. SWAP OUT SINFUL HOLIDAY TREATS When the […]