You might have the idea that once Halloween is through, there’s nothing much to do until Turkey Day rolls around. The truth is, there’s another “holiday” that you just might be overlooking and it happens on the first of November. Not sure what it is? Surprise! It’s National Brush Day! Not sure what this is […]
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Should I Eat Before A Visit?
Ah yes, the age old question when it comes to getting ready for your dental visit with us: Should you eat? Or, is it better to arrive on an empty stomach? The very simple and straightforward answer to this question is: Yes, you should eat! Shocked? Uncertain about how to proceed? Curious regarding the why […]
Halloween: 2 Things That Can Trip You Up
When you’re getting ready to celebrate Halloween, you may find that you begin to salivate. Just thinking about bowls full of candy is enough to put an extraordinary grin on your face. About that grin: Do you know how to make your way through this special day, while having heaps of fun but avoiding serious […]
Tips And Tricks: When You Burn Your Tongue
Obviously, if you drink something extremely hot and are dealing with a true injury, you should head to the emergency room. However, when you “burn your tongue” as most people say, meaning you should have waited another minute before taking your first sip of a very hot drink, then we can help. This temporary but […]
Cool Smile Facts About Time!
Do you ever think about how much time you spend on particular things? Maybe you realized one day that you spend about one third of your life sleeping if you sleep about eight hours a night. Looking at your life from this mathematical perspective is certainly entertaining. How about your oral health? Do you ever […]
2 Ways Everyone Can Protect Their Smiles When Eating
Did you know that when you eat, you could be doing something (multiple things, actually) to protect your teeth? Were you aware that just the simple act of eating and chewing could end up leading to problems for your oral health? While we certainly don’t want you to stress during mealtimes, we do want you […]
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Let’s Talk About: Dry Mouth Basics
You may have heard the term dry mouth before but if you have never experienced it, the disorder may not have been something you gathered many details about. When you find that your daily experience does include a very dried-out sensation in your mouth that makes it feel a bit like it’s stuffed with cotton, […]
Oral Health Issues (That Happen To Everyone!)
Are you currently a little worried about something associated with your oral health but you don’t want to ask us about it? Is it because it’s something you feel a little embarrassed about? First, we want to remind you that there are a lot of not-so-lovely things that just about everyone experiences at some point. […]
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5 Times To Call Immediately
Sometimes, something will happen with your smile that leaves you wondering if you should call us. In certain instances, it’s easy to stand back, observe the problem, and then tell yourself that waiting a few days is probably fine. In other cases, however, it’s important to simply call us immediately. There’s no time to waste because […]
Quiz: Fall Favorites
Are you feeling a little curious about the fall favorites that are on the horizon? Do you look forward to many of the sweet treats headed your way? However, when you consider the fact that foods like apples and pumpkins are an autumnal staple, are you unsure sure how it will all impact your oral […]