The David Beckham Pacifier Controversy
You don’t need to be a soccer fan to know who David Beckham is. Whether he is sporting underwear for an ad campaign, seen out with his fashionable wife Victoria (aka Posh Spice), or adventuring with his kiddos, we all can recognize the handsome Brit, David Beckham. While Beckham is a world-renowned soccer star with […]
The Scary Link Between Childhood Obesity and Tooth Decay
September is childhood obesity awareness month, and with childhood obesity on the rise, the issue really needs to be addressed. One of the issues that are often overlooked when discussing childhood obesity is the damage that is does to teeth. We live in a world where everything is big. Our restaurant chains are big, our […]
Gum Disease and Your Child, What Does it Mean?
Gum disease can start much earlier than you think. In fact, gum disease can start as early as childhood. In order to keep your child’s mouth safe, be aware of what types of gum disease are most common in kids and how to prevent them. While gum disease is more prevalent in adults, children are […]
Budget Friendly Options for Treating Sensitive Teeth
Having sensitive teeth can be a real bummer. It can prevent you from eating the foods you love and cause you pain. While it may sound pricey to treat sensitive teeth, there are a few simple things you can do to help relieve any pain and discomfort you may be having. Change Your Toothpaste Some […]
Could Fillings Become a Thing of the Past?
Could fillings be a thing of the past? Scientists in London have developed a pain-free filling that doesn’t require drilling or injections. Normally, a dentist would remove the decay by drilling and then the cavity is filled with a material such as amalgam or composite resin. The new treatment technique, developed by King’s College London […]
What You’re Doing Wrong with Your Child’s Oral Health
It is no secret that kids don’t always have the best oral health routines. It happens often that kids will come into the dental office with multiple cavities. This happens for many different reasons; eating too much sugar and not brushing thoroughly enough, not flossing, and skipping brushings are all classic reasons why kids develop […]
A Breakdown of Dental Insurance
Why doesn’t my dental insurance pay for this? This is a frequently asked question when it comes to dental coverage. It is common for patients to be unsure of what their coverage actually covers and why they have certain limitations. Dental insurance can be very confusing, so, here are a few basics to help you […]
Dental Care for Cleft Lip and Palate Patients
July is Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month. In honor of this we want to share with you the specific oral health challenges that patients with cleft lip and palate face. Patients who have cleft lip or palate face dental issues regarding the number, shape, size, and position of their teeth. Often times children […]
What to Know About Your Child’s First Visit to the Dentist
For most adults the dentist can be a scary experience, so we understand your reservations about bringing your baby to the dentist. But, good oral hygiene starts young, and so do dentist visits. Your child should definitely make their first dentist visit before their first birthday. The general rule that most dentists follow is that […]
What Sickle Cell Anemia Patients Need to Know About the Dentist
A good healthcare provider always makes sure that they have a full background on their patients, and that is especially true for dentists. As a patient, make sure that you are forthcoming with your dentist about any health issues you may have as well as giving them an extensive background on your health. Your dentist […]