Healthy School Snacks for Kid’s Teeth | Pediatric Dentistry Tips
Your child snacked their way through summer, and now they’re back in school. Unfortunately, many traditional school snacks offer little to no nutritional value. Empty…
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How Long Will I Have Invisible Braces Attachments (Buttons)?
Invisalign attachments can speed up the timeline for invisible braces and improve your overall results. These tooth-colored buttons give the braces something to grip onto,…
Tooth Infection Symptoms, Treatments and FAQs
What are the signs of a tooth infection, and what can you do to treat a tooth infection at home? These are some common tooth…
Braces before Wedding: How to Plan for a Straight Smile
If you’re worried about what your smile will look like in wedding photos, it may be smart to plan ahead. There are tons of brides…
How to Tell If Your Child Has a Cavity
Cavities among children are common, so it’s important to monitor your child’s smile. Over half of children ages 6 to 19 have had at least…
Is Alcohol Bad for Your Teeth?
Your teeth are durable and fragile, all at once. They can bite into crunchy baguettes, and they can rot away with sugary candy. What about…
Is a Dental Filling Painful?
If you’re worried about getting a dental filling, it may be because you’re unfamiliar with the process. What can you expect along the way? Does…
What Dental Insurance Does and Does Not Cover
Dental insurance plans are complex, confusing and completely different from policy to policy. If you’re unsure what your coverage options are, your dentist office should…
Help! My Child Won’t Brush Their Teeth
Oral hygiene is crucial for children of all ages, even before the first tooth erupts. Studies have shown that children with a fear of the…
What to Do If Your Child Has a Cavity
Worried about your child’s first cavity? Not sure what to do or what to expect along the way? The prevalence of cavities in children is…
Can You Make a Cavity Go away?
Cavities are incredibly common, but that doesn’t make them anymore desirable. Approximately 92% of adults (20 to 64 years old) have tooth decay or cavities…
What to Do If Your Dental Crown Falls off
Dental crowns are built to last, but they’re not foolproof. The fact is that sometimes crowns fall out, and that’s something you should be prepared…
Is Charcoal Toothpaste Bad for Teeth?
Charcoal toothpaste has become a hot trend over the last few years, and people have used activated charcoal to clean their teeth for decades. There…
How Long Do Porcelain Veneers Last?
Thinking about getting porcelain veneers? Not sure if it’s a wise investment? Porcelain veneers can permanently whiten teeth, and they can transform the shape of…
How Often Should I Go to the Dentist?
Oral care is nothing to play around with. Nearly half (46%) of U.S. adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease,…