Oral health should be a priority at any age, but considering the fact that more than 40% of children have dental cavities by the time they reach kindergarten, it's essential for children to learn proper dental care habits while they're young. This also includes making...
Emergency dental care: three words that nobody likes to hear. Though it may seem unavoidable, it's more preventable that you might think. This means that a few positive oral hygiene habits and proactivity can go a long way toward preventing the need for an emergency...
Summer is here, and for many children, it's time to head outdoors and enjoy a number of recreational activities, like sports. While playing sports is inevitably beneficial for children's physical and social development, it's important to understand how to keep them protected during play time,...
More than half of the adult U.S. population surveyed over age 50 agree that a smile is the one physical feature that stays the most attractive as we age, according to a survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Of course, maintaining a healthy...
Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is extremely common and affects 47.2% of adults over age 30. And while many people think that keeping up with traditional brushing and flossing habits is an adequate prevention method, preventing gum disease often takes a bit more diligence and...
Of all the terms in the dental world, 'root canal' seems to be the one that makes patients cringe the most. While undergoing a root canal procedure certainly seems daunting, the best step you can take after you've found a reliable dentist to perform the...
Finding a dentist who makes your children feel at ease can be one of the best decisions you make. Dental health from a young age is a key contributor to maintaining good oral hygiene habits throughout life. Children with poor oral health are actually three...
If you have ever suffered from a nagging toothache that just won't go away, then you know how severe the pain can be. Whether it is a simple cavity or an agonizing dental pulp infection that requires a root canal, suffering from tooth pain is...
Tooth decay is 20 times more common than diabetes and 5 times more common than childhood asthma, which is why it’s important to practice proper dental hygiene. With proper hygiene one can avoid invasive procedures like root canals, which are designed to help save a...
For some children, it is a natural reaction to be apprehensive when going to the dentist. We know how hard it can be when they learn that it is time to have their teeth checked. But it is incredibly important to invest in your child's oral...