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Though most parents try to take good care of their children’s health, according to the American Dental Association, over 50% of kids between the ages of 2 and 8 suffer from a preventable chronic disease: tooth decay. This February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and we’re urging parents to rethink oral hygiene. Even though … Continue reading National Children’s Dental Health Month
While we all love indulging in an occasional sweet, January 14-18, Sugar Awareness Week, is an important time for people to reflect on the ways that our sugar consumption can affect oral health. The average American consumes 66 pounds of added sugar each year, contributing to a number of health concerns and dramatically increasing the … Continue reading Sugar and Your Teeth: Sugar Awareness Week
As we begin the new year, many of us have created resolutions—promises to improve our health and ourselves in 2019. While many Americans choose to join a gym or begin a new diet, there are a number of simple changes that you can make to improve dental health and boost your oral hygiene for the … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions for Your Best Smile
In children, tooth decay can affect growth and development. Preventive dentistry can result in less intensive — and less expensive— treatment for any dental conditions that may develop, and help set kids up for a lifetime of exceptional oral health. Here is how to partner with your dentist to care for your child’s smile: Start … Continue reading Finding the Right Home for Your Child’s Smile
The holidays are a time for gatherings, family and friends, smiles and giving. But the reason for the season can get overshadowed by the pressure to consume. So if you want to do something to give back and spread smiles, here are six great things to spread some holiday cheer. Send holiday cards to active-duty … Continue reading Spread Smiles this Holiday Season
If you experience throbbing headaches, pain and tenderness of your jaw, or have difficulty chewing, you may be one of the millions of Americans who suffer from a TMJ disorder. November is TMJ Awareness Month, and we’re breaking down the causes, symptoms, and treatments of TMJ disorders so you can learn the most effective ways … Continue reading All About TMJ: National TMJ Awareness Month
When most people think about dentists, images of toothbrushes and flossing may come to mind. But with extensive training dedicated to facial anatomy, structure, and medicine, dentists are equipped to not only keep their patients’ smiles pearly white, but also to help them look and feel their best. Coupling superior medical expertise with aesthetics, Dr. … Continue reading Look And Feel Your Best With Cosmetic Services
