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How Bad is Skipping a Dentist Appointment, Really?
Skipping a dentist appointment is not good. You're supposed to have biannual dental checkups for a reason. A dental visit is essential to keeping your teeth clean beyond what normal brushing can do. The dentist is also responsible for catching any little problems...
Dental Bridges vs. Implants: What’s the Difference?
Both dental bridges and implants are methods used for replacing teeth, but they each have specific qualities that could make one or the other a better fit for you. Do you think you need one of these procedures? Let’s look at the differences between dental bridges vs....
How Do Dentists Feel About Mail-Order Orthodontics?
Mail order orthodontics like Smile Direct Club, Candid, and others, have been gaining popularity as more patients look for affordable and convenient ways to achieve more beautiful straight smiles at home — but how effective are these treatments, really? If you want to...
What to Expect From Your Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom tooth extraction — no one looks forward to it. Though a dental surgery can seem scary, it’s an experience most young people go through to prevent discomfort and protect their smile. Understanding what will happen and knowing what to expect can help you feel...
How to Find the Right Dentist for Your Child
Whether you’re looking for your child’s first dentist or wanting to find a new dentist for your child, it can be difficult to know where to begin your search. The dentist you currently visit might not be the best choice for your child. You might be looking for a...
What’s the Deal With Tongue Scraping? Should I Be Doing it?
Tongue scraping is a dental hygiene technique that’s gaining popularity across social media channels. It claims extreme benefits such as defeating bad breath, eliminating bacterial buildup, preventing cavities and improving dental health. If you’ve heard mentions of...
6 Of Your Most Common Dental Hygiene Questions Answered
As dental professionals, we get asked a lot of questions. There are a lot of answers out there, but also a lot of contradicting opinions, misinformation, and new technology that has changed the way we understand dental hygiene. We’ve collected the most common dental...
Permanent vs Plastic Retainers: What to Know
If you’ve spent months or even years working to align your teeth through orthodonture, you know how important it is to maintain your straightened smile. It’s likely your dentist has recommended the use of a permanent or plastic retainer to help keep your teeth in...
How to Pick a New Dentist
If you just moved, got new insurance, or had a baby, you might need to find a new dentist to better meet your needs or your family's. Here are some things to consider when choosing a new dentist: Specialties and ServicesYour situation and needs determine...
How Often Do I Really Need To Go To The Dentist?
We get it: going to the dentist is a pain. You have to take time off work to get your teeth cleaned and your gums poked, and to sit in a chair with your mouth open while someone works over it with tools that are metal or sound like a power drill. Many...
Can A Tongue Piercing Ruin My Teeth?
Piercings of all kinds are growing in popularity as social stigmas against tattoos, piercings, and dyed hair are declining. While piercings can be a fun accessory or a way to express your identity and creativity, if you’re considering a tongue or lip...
Is Oil Pulling Good for Your Teeth?
If you’re into healthy living, homeopathic remedies, alternative medicine, or other health-oriented green lifestyles, you may have heard of oil pulling and its reputed health benefits. But while a lot of homeopathic and traditional folk remedies are good...
What Is Fluoride & Why Is It Important for Healthy Teeth?
Fluoride is a controversial topic in the health and dental world—though it shouldn’t be. Many people are concerned about the use of fluoride in dental applications and in fortifying municipal water supplies, but this is simply due to misinformation....
What to Eat During Pregnancy to Ensure Your Baby Has Healthy Teeth
Babies’ teeth begin developing in the womb between the third and sixth months of pregnancy. While nutrition during pregnancy is important for all forms of healthy fetal development, it’s important for the development of healthy teeth as well. To support...
Can My Medications Affect My Teeth?
As medical science progresses, an increasing number of medications become available to patients to treat, prevent, and cure ailments and illnesses. But as anyone who has ever seen an advertisement for any medication knows, these drugs can have many and...
What’s the Best Kind of Toothbrush?
Pretty much every toothbrush out there, except for the store brand toothbrushes, claim to be dentist recommended. But how can four out of five dentists recommend every different kind of toothbrush? The math doesn’t add up. How do you know what’s the best kind of...
How Thumbsucking Can Affect Your Child’s Teeth
Babies and young children often suck on their thumbs and other objects. It is a natural reflex and can give them a sense of security. But since the beginning of time, parents have worried that thumbsucking and using pacifiers could harm their child’s teeth. So, how...
Am I Too Old for Braces?
Crooked teeth can pose a problem: at the worst, they can make it easy for food and plaque to get trapped and cavities to form, at the most benign, they can make you self conscious about your smile. Braces are one option for straightening teeth. But they’re also...
Everything You Need to Know About TMJ Pain
TMJ pain affects an estimated 15 percent of Americans and can cause a variety of issues, from headaches to tooth damage. But what does it mean? And what does it mean for your mouth? Here’s everything you need to know about TMJ pain and TMD. What does TMJ stand for?...
Want a Whiter Smile for Holiday Parties? Here’s What You Should Know About Whitening
This time of year calls for a lot of smiling, from family photos for Christmas cards to pretending you liked the gift you got from your in-laws to greeting your friends, family, and coworkers at holiday parties. With so many opportunities to show off your pearly...