Category: Health Basics
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Everything You Need to Know About Dental Sealants
Today we’re focusing on one the most important ways you can prevent cavities in your children’s teeth. Despite modern technology and the number of dental care products on the market, cavities are the most common chronic disease for children ages 6-19 according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). The good news is that cavities…
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Ideas and Quick Tips to Get You Started Flossing
Over the course of my career as a dental hygienist, I constantly hear from patients that they don’t enjoy flossing. I tell them I don’t care what you use between your teeth as long as you use something! I realize flossing isn’t everyone’s favorite activity but research has suggested a link between oral and heart…
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Soda Free August
Participating in Soda Free August (#SodaFreeAugust) is a great choice for your teeth which will avoid all the sugars found in sodas. If you’re still looking for a carbonated beverage – check out the top picks from Food52’s recent taste test for some of the best sparkling water options out there! Food 52 Taste Test…
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Keep Your Family Happy and Healthy this Summer
Summertime is finally here! For many families that means school is out and kids are home on summer break. While most parents prepare for summer activities with sunscreen, bug spray, and first aid kits, it’s important to consider your child’s dental health as well. Below are some tips for keeping your kids’ smiles healthy this…
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Teeth Brushing Basics to Save You Money – 2 Minutes Twice a Day
Your Morning Routine What does your morning routine look like? You wake up, stretch, think about the day ahead and remember the dozens of things you have to do before you leave the house. Even on your most hectic days, your teeth, your dentist, and your wallet will thank you if you remember your teeth brushing!…
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Kids Toothpaste Basics
Even though those teeth are tiny, it’s important to begin dental care as soon as possible! The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends starting your child’s dental care as early as a few weeks after birth. At this point you don’t need kids toothpaste but can clean your child’s gums with a soft infant toothbrush or…
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The Science Behind Cold Sensitivity and Tips on How to Reduce and Relieve It
Baby It’s Cold Outside! As winter approaches and temperatures decrease, I hear from patients more often that the cold air outside makes their teeth hurt. Cold sensitivity, or dentin hypersensitivity, is very common in patients. In fact, 67% of people experience pain when eating cold food or drinking cold drinks, and 51% of people experience pain…
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Avoiding Acid Erosion During the Holidays
Thanksgiving is right around in the corner! In preparation for the start of the holiday season, we’re sharing information on acid and alkaline content in many holiday foods and providing tips to keep your teeth healthy and strong. Enamel is the protective armor of our teeth. Preventing damage to the underlying dentin and nerve layers,…
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Back to School! Here Are 5 Tips To Help Your Child Like The Dentist
Here are some great tips to help your child like the dentist! New backpacks, books, and teachers. As children begin another year at school, it is important to make sure they are healthy and strong so that they can excel academically. While they require doctor’s check ups as they grow or perhaps the yearly sports…