WE BELIEVE the more educated our patients are about dental health issues, the better they’ll be able to prevent them. We often warn of periodontal disease and the detrimental effects it has on the mouth and body. But there are also many common misconceptions about gum disease. To help you better understand it, we’ve decided to bust some myths today! Myth #1: Bleeding Gums Are Normal This is probably one of the most perpetuated dental health myths. The truth is, bleeding gums

WE UNDERSTAND HOW BUSY life can get–between work, school, sports, and having a social and family life, it can be hard to find time for your dental health. Because we know how precious your time is, we’ve decided to compile a list of quick, easy tips to keep your teeth clean in between meals and on the go! First Of All, Snack Healthy Did you know that frequent snacking throughout the day can contribute to tooth decay? Try to keep snacking to a minimum. If you do need a pick-me

EVERY DAY INSIDE YOUR MOUTH, there is an epic battle of good versus evil being waged over the ultimate prize: your teeth! And guess what… only YOU can protect them from the destructive forces that seek to harm them. The Good Guys And The Bad Guys Because tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body (it is made up of mostly minerals), we automatically think of it as a tough shield that nothing can get through. In reality, tooth enamel is porous! When tooth enamel lo

A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE is the best prevention for illness and chronic disease. It can also be just as effective as any medicine a doctor could prescribe. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, or simply live more healthily, the good choices you’re making not only do wonders for your body and overall health, but they also have a beneficial impact on your smile! Congratulations On Making Better Food Choices Oral health depends on more than how many times a day you brush your teeth,

Teething can be an uncomfortable process for both your little one and those who care for them. We know our patients want to help soothe their babies as best they can through this time, so today we’re going to share our thoughts on teething and how you can help them through this process. Each Child’s Teething Timeline Is Different Although this is different for every child, you can expect your baby to begin teething between six and 12 months old—some teeth may appear as early

Spring brings weddings, graduations, and other social gatherings that make many people think about their smiles. I mean, think of all the pictures that one occasion entails! Myth: Teeth start as perfectly white teeth. FALSE! No one is born with perfectly white teeth. In fact, humans naturally have a hint of yellow or gray in their teeth, and this hint can vary over a range of intensity. Myth: Tooth whitening causes sensitivity. KIND OF TRUE! Tooth whitening treatments can def

I already pay for dental insurance, why do I have to pay more? Your insurance benefit information is very important to understand for many reasons, including making sure that you have purchased an insurance plan that is best for you and using your insurance for optimal benefit coverage. However, benefit information can be difficult to read and understand completely, especially as benefits vary from plan to plan as well as insurance company to insurance company. Here at Hintz

Your Valentine this year could be your significant other, your kid, or even your pet. (Don't worry - judge-free zone here!) Here are some tips to make this Valentine's Day even better. Here are 6 tips to make any smooching a more positive experience: 1. Avoid those foods that cause bad breath, like onions, garlic, and curry. 2. Drink lots of water to wash out any food particles and avoid dehydration, which would cause bad breath. 3. Use some chapstick. No one likes to kiss al

In light of Martin Luther King Jr. Day yesterday, I wanted to share Dr. Hintz's dream that mirrors Mr. King Jr.'s own. After graduating as a Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) in 2008 from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, Dr. Hintz and his wife always wanted to return to central Iowa and start up his own dental practice, especially after noticing that not all patients were receiving the same quality dental care. Dr. Hintz observed that there were various groups of peo

Take a look at these 3 pictures and see what you can spot from this Colgate floss advertisement! When I originally looked at these pictures, the very first thing I noticed was that there was something in each man's teeth. Afterwards, I looked closer... Did you notice the extra finger in the first picture? What about the phantom arm in the second picture? Or that the man in the third picture is missing an ear? Colgate teamed up with Y&R Brazil to come up with this ad, which sh