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Wait . . . there’s something odd about that title. We all know the old adage an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but there’s some great research that shows that apples and other fruits and vegetables may be beneficial to your oral health! Every June the USDA sponsors the National Fresh Fruit and…

If the truth be told, you’ll probably have to change some lifelong brushing habits to be more effective with your teeth brushing. We have some tips you probably haven’t considered that will help you achieve more effective brushing! Since plaque in your mouth typically collects on the inside of your lower teeth, it’s a great…

Does the health of your children’s teeth worry you? Is your child prone to cavities? There are a number of reasons not just a lack of brushing and flossing that some children get cavities. If your child has deep grooves in their molars, brushing and flossing simply may not be enough to keep cavities away….

Restorative dentistry is the branch of dentistry that deals with restoration of problematic teeth that are diseased, injured, abnormal or missing. This smile preservation system gives patients and dentists options to preserve and restore smiles for patients of all ages. Teeth that are destroyed or missing from a traumatic accident, excessive decay or disease now…

Congratulations if you just found out you are expecting. Pregnancy is an exciting time in a person’s life. Life is about to get really busy, so as you enter into this emotional journey it’s important to remember your oral health. When you’re pregnant you may not realize that the changing hormone levels in your body…

If you are an athlete and play a competitive sport there are some facts about mouthguards that are important to understand. Even if you are a parent who’s child likes to participate in rec. sports, mouthguards are something to consider. Did you know that an athlete is 60 times more likely to suffer harm to…

Nothing says hello summer like a bright white smile and a crisp white outfit. As summer quickly approaches and warm weather sets upon us it’s time to pull out that summer wardrobe and enjoy the outdoors. When you wake up to a sunny summer morning and look in the mirror do your teeth resemble the…

We can’t help the teeth we were given. Teeth have a mind of their own when they are positioning themselves in our mouths. If you have spent a lifetime hating your teeth, the time has come to stop hiding your smile. The onslaught of adult orthodontic technology continues to advance and one viable option to…

If your smile just isn’t as bright as it used to be, it may be time to make some adjustments in your oral health care. Your smile is one of the first things people notice when they meet you. Simply brightening your teeth with teeth whitening can have a dramatic affect on your overall appearance….

If you have a gap between your two front teeth, you are not alone. A gap is a common problem with many smiles. Most front teeth gaps are caused when there is a difference in the size of your jaw and the size of your teeth. If you did not receive orthodontic treatment to correct…