February is Children’s Dental Health Month

February is Children’s Dental Health Month In February, the American Dental Association brings awareness to the importance of pediatric dentistry through National Children’s Dental Health Month. It started on February 8th, 1949 as a one day event! The event that later turned into a month-long observance which aims to encourage what good oral health care…

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! As a society, we place emphasis on good oral hygiene and it seems that this focus is reflected in the large amounts of toothpaste, floss, and toothbrushes we use each year. Let’s take a look at the yearly statistics: ● Dental Floss: Over 3 million miles of dental floss is purchased annually…

12 Days of Dental Hygiene

One Box of Floss: – Boxed floss is the traditional method and can reach into every crevice, ensuring that the entire mouth is kept clean. Two Daily Brushings: – It is important to brush your teeth in the morning and at night with fluoride toothpaste to remove food and plaque build-up. Three Minutes of Brushing:…

Back to School Dental Tips

With school back in session and new schedules being established for both students and families, here are some helpful tips to begin initiating. 1) Re-establish Dental Routine: ● It is easy to fall out of organization and miss brushing your teeth here and there, especially over the summer! Re-establish your dental routine around what works with…

Oral Care During Pregnancy

When you become pregnant there are a lot of changes in your health. Sometimes it’s easy to forget that your oral health is still very important. In pregnancy, it is actually crucial to take care of your teeth. Here are some tips for taking care of your teeth before your bundle of joy enters the…

The type of toothbrush you use matters!

There are a few general categories when it comes to toothbrush bristles.There is extra-soft, soft, and medium. Soft toothbrushes are generally recommended if you have no dental concerns. Toothbrushes that are too firm can negatively affect your teeth and damage your gums. It is also important to find a toothbrush that is comfortable for you…