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

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

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

It's that time of year again! Time for us to come together as a community and parade around in our smiles to celebrate National Dental Hygiene Month! Oh, and it's Halloween too. Perhaps you don't plan special events like parading around town for National Dental Hygiene Month, especially since October is more well-known for that fun holiday of Halloween, but here are 5 tips that can help you protect your little one's teeth during this time of high candy consumption. 1. Choosin

Great news in the dental world: older Americans are keeping their teeth longer than ever before and the average number of teeth people retain into old age is increasing! Younger generations can look up to you for inspiration in good dental practices! Even after all these years, you still need to be on the lookout for bad oral health! Teeth, no matter the age, are always susceptible to tooth decay. Keep up those good dental practices of brushing and flossing twice a day, visit