People who use tobacco are between two and seven times more likely to develop gum disease due to their habit.
Never pick up a knocked-out tooth by the root. If the root becomes damaged, it might hurt the chances of successful reimplantation. Only touch the side normally used for chewing.
Never pick up a knocked-out tooth by the root. If the root becomes damaged, it might hurt the chances of successful reimplantation. Only touch the side normally used for chewing.
While it takes 43 of your facial muscles to form a frown, it only takes 17 to smile!
Many people miss the gum line – the area where the tooth meets the gum – while brushing. You can clean this area more effectively by holding your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle. Don’t forget the gums facing the tongue as well!
Have a Happy and Safe Labor Day!
Did you know a 32-ounce sports drink contains between 14 and 19 teaspoons of sugar? That’s roughly six times the recommended amount for kids and teens! To protect your child’s oral health and keep them hydrated, opt for water instead.
Your tongue takes up a large amount of real estate in your mouth, so it is important not to neglect it! To keep it clean and bacteria-free, use your toothbrush or a tongue scraper to clean it from front to back during your oral hygiene routine.
Coconuts are known as a natural anti-bacterial food that can help boost your oral health by limiting the accumulation of harmful oral bacteria.
Cavities, also known as tooth decay, is considered one of the most common chronic diseases in the world, which is why daily brushing and twice a year dental visits are so important!
Recent research found that chewing sugar-free gum after your meal can encourage the production of saliva, remove food particles, protect your teeth from decay, and give you minty-fresh breath. So, don’t hesitate to opt for a stick or two until you can get to your oral hygiene routine!
Before the invention of toothpaste, people used charcoal, chalk, ashes, honey, and lemon juice to clean their teeth!
Brushing twice a day does wonders for your oral health, but alone it only cleans about 60% of your teeth. To clean the remaining 40% of plaque and tartar, you should floss daily! That way, you can effectively clean the areas of your mouth that the bristles cannot reach.
A New Orleans dentist introduced the concept of flossing in 1815 when he offered patients a strand of silk thread to clean between their teeth. By 1882, factories were producing unwaxed, silk dental floss for mass use.
Amid the current pandemic, our lives have changed in more ways than one. However, clenching your teeth, poor sleep, and frequent snacking with no trips to the dentist in sight can wreak havoc on your teeth. So, make sure to implement a solid daily oral care routine at home and speak to your dentist about how you can safely attend your biannual visit.
Don’t Forget to schedule your dental appointment before the year ends!
In following with CDC and ADA guidelines, our office will be closed until November 30th after being made aware Monday afternoon of a COVID exposure. This allows for the testing of staff members, complying with required quarantine days, and proper disinfection and cleaning of the office.
If you had an appointment last week and have not been contacted, you have no cause for concern.
The office can receive emergency calls and see patients as needed. If you have a dental emergency, please call our office and follow the prompts.
If you had/have an appointment during this time, you will be contacted to reschedule.
Thank you for your continued trust and loyalty as we aim to care for you, your families, and the community.
Did you know your toothbrush is home to more than 100 million bacteria? To keep your teeth and gums healthy, the American Dental Association recommends replacing it every three to four months.
Thank you, Veterans, for your service!
From using their teeth to cut ribbons to opening a bottle of wine, people are hard on their teeth during the holidays. So, it’s not surprising that many patients experience cracks or chips in their teeth during the winter season. To prevent this from happening to you, grab the scissors or the bottle opener!
6% of Americans said they would share their toothbrush with a celebrity!
Did you know that COVID-19 and other seasonal illnesses could impact your oral health? Certain symptoms, such as dry mouth, are notorious for causing decay, which is why it’s important to keep up with your dental hygiene and stay hydrated whenever you feel under the weather.
Did you know that you should be using about 18 inches, or a foot and a half, of floss every time? Most people use far less, but that just causes you to redistribute bacteria throughout the mouth.
Don’t forget to schedule your next dental appointment today!
Chewing gum was introduced to America following the battle of the Alamo. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna who led the attack against the Alamo also created a type of chewing gum using the sap of sapodilla trees. Sugar-free gums, like this early version, remove food particles from teeth and may reduce the risk for cavities.
Kicking some bad habits can reduce your risk for oral health concerns. People who eat ice, bite their nails, or chew on pencils are more likely to see tooth chips or cracks. Opening packages and cracking nuts can also cause unnecessary damage.
Actor Brad Pitt actually paid a dentist to chip his teeth in order to look more realistic as an underground boxer in 1999’s “Fight Club.” Afterward, he needed to have them capped.