Good diet equals good dental health.
- by Joel Bullard
Most kids have heard their parents say, “Eat your fruits and vegetables!” Did you know that eating fruits and vegetables can help you avoid cavities? Maintaining a proper diet is crucial in order to avoid several oral diseases. In order to maintain proper dental and body health, you need to…
Read MoreWhy is using mouthwash so important?
- by Joel Bullard
Outside of brushing and flossing, mouthwash is the third most important technique used to maintain proper dental hygiene. Fluoride and antiseptic mouthwashes are extremely effective and highly recommended due to its ability to reduce plaque, kill bacteria in hard to reach areas in the mouth, and clean oral gum lining.…
Read MoreAre you afraid to see your dentist?
- by Joel Bullard
Are you afraid to see your dentist because you don’t want to face pain or the unknown diagnosis about your dental problems? Well, you’re not alone. Did you know that dentists can now do many procedures free of pain? With laughing gas (anesthesia), you can sit back and get all…
Read MoreDrinking coffee can cause tooth loss.
- by Joel Bullard
Did you know that drinking coffee every day is associated directly with tooth loss? The caffeine from coffee can inhibit the development of osteoblast, the cell that makes your bones. It can also provoke osteoporosis, which can cause tooth loss A study on coffee intake as a risk indicator for…
Read MoreChildren’s oral hygiene is important.
- by Joel Bullard
It is very important for children to have good oral hygiene. Maintaining great oral health habits allows children to thrive in their relationships, improve their psychological well-being, and help themselves excel in academic performance. It is imperative that a child is encouraged to practice great oral health habits, so that…
Read MoreWhy is toothpaste so important?
- by Joel Bullard
It seems as if toothpaste has been around since the beginning of time. For many of us we have been told to brush our teeth every morning and evening with toothpaste so many times growing up that it just became a routine, and we never really took the time to…
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