Category: Family Dentist

Your parents and family dentist have probably encouraged you to steer clear of sugar to protect your oral health. Excessive sugar does contribute to common oral conditions including cavities; however, it does not directly cause tooth decay. Cavities are caused by a specific type of oral bacteria. These bacteria feed on sugar and release acid… Continue reading Does sugar really cause cavities?

One day they’re toddlers where you have control over their lives, and all of a sudden they have become teenagers. While you may feel like you’ve lost their attention, you still have an obligation to help manage many of their habits … making sure they attend appointments with the family dentist every six months is… Continue reading Tips to Manage Your Teen’s Dental Habits

What you eat can put your oral health in danger – especially if you choose foods full of sugar. One of the worst types of food you can eat are sticky items. Things like caramel candy, syrups, and honey can increase your risks for damaging tooth enamel and developing cavities. In addition to avoiding sticky… Continue reading Why Sticky Foods Can Harm Your Teeth

Developing chipped and cracked teeth is distressing. Fortunately, some dental injuries can be prevented. While most people are leery of biting down on an olive pit because it might chip a tooth, dental injuries can occur in unexpected ways. Our family dentist treats chipped teeth with restorations like filings and dental crowns. Following are four… Continue reading 4 Unexpected Ways Your Teeth Can Get Chipped

Any time you or a family member engage in an activity where there is potential for any kind of contact, it is wise to be prepared in the event of an unforeseen injury. A mouth guard that your family dentist can custom make for you will provide protection from a number of possible dental maladies.… Continue reading Custom Mouth Guards: Not Just for Professional Athletes

Sure, you probably know that your oral health gets a big boost when you use your toothbrush twice each day, along with flossing and seeing your family dentist at least twice a year for exams and professional teeth cleanings. But you may not know how to maintain your toothbrush properly or the history of human… Continue reading 5 Things You May Not Know About Your Toothbrush

The sugar found in many beverages can be an ideal source of nutrition for oral bacteria, which can cause cavities and gum disease that would require treatment by your family dentist. Soda is probably the first sugary beverage that comes to mind for most people, but it’s certainly not the only drink that can harm… Continue reading Sugary Drinks and Dental Health

Do you know what foods and drinks are good for your teeth and which aren’t? Common foods and beverages can contribute to the erosion of tooth enamel and the development of tooth decay. The most dangerous ingredients to your teeth are sugar and acid – especially if they are both present in a food or… Continue reading What is a tooth friendly diet?

Your teeth are precious. Losing them will negatively affect your life in many ways. Since your oral health is of the utmost importance to our practice, our family dentist provides custom mouthguards to help members of our community protect their teeth from facial trauma and injuries. While leading an active lifestyle does wonders for your… Continue reading Protect Your Teeth – and Wallet – With a Custom Mouthguard

Failing oral health can result in decay, gum disease, and even tooth loss. Daily oral care should include brushing at least twice with a fluoridated toothpaste; flossing every day to remove food debris your toothbrush missed; and visiting your family dentist every six months for cleaning and dental exam. Even the most meticulous patient can… Continue reading Why Oral Health Symptoms Shouldn’t Be Ignored