Regardless of your age, it is important that you take good care of your smile. However, there are certain stages in a patient’s life during which certain steps should be taken to ensure proper oral health and wellness. Below is a quick guide to the care needed during different times in one’s life as recommended […]
If you are heading somewhere solo for spring break or if you’re bringing along your entire crew, then the thought of escaping the cold may be enough to get you ready to pack early. While you may be filling your suitcase with sunscreen and swimwear, don’t forget to pack some dental tools as well to […]
You have a good resume, you work hard, and your list of references is outstanding, but you still can’t land a job. Even though you can’t magically make an employer hire you, your appearance could be playing a larger role in your ability to be hireable than you are aware of— especially if the job […]
Unfortunately for some, we are in the heart of winter which means that your skin is drying out and your lips are likely chapped. If you have chapped lips due to either the weather or chronic dry mouth (xerostomia), chapstick alone won’t help you to restore the moisture to your lips. From drinking more water […]
If you have a toddler or child who sucks their thumb and you want to get them to stop, it can seem like a virtually impossible task. Not only do children suck their thumbs out of habit but also as a way to comfort them when they are feeling sad or anxious. And although […]
As you go about your day, do you notice the people around you? Do you notice also that you’re naturally drawn to those who smile more frequently? They say that smiles are contagious, and this is true; but this simple facial expression is also so much more. Smiling and Creativity Smiling produces biochemical reaction in […]
Dental plaque is one of those parts of your oral health that no matter how hard you try, you just can’t get rid of. In fact, as soon as you brush your teeth in order to get rid of dental plaque, it only takes a matter of minutes for dental plaque to form. Composed of […]
When it comes to general dental hygiene there are a few rules: brush, floss, and visit your dentist regularly. However, as one of the last things you likely want to do before hitting the hay every night, flossing your teeth often gets left by the wayside. As an alternative to traditional dental floss, […]
With a new year right in front of you, it’s important to make resolutions that will not only make you a better person but that will also make you a healthier person as well. Instead of simply sticking to New Year’s resolutions that consist of diet and weight loss, why not try a resolution that […]
In the world of dentistry, your toothbrush is basically your magic wand— if used everyday you can help fight off cavities that would otherwise wreak havoc on your pearly whites. However, did you know that if you’re using an old toothbrush or a toothbrush that isn’t catered towards your mouth that you won’t get the […]
