Category: Family Dentist

Halloween is a beloved holiday for many children thanks to the opportunity to dress up and, of course, eat candy. As a parent, you may be more scared of what all that candy will do to your child’s teeth than any witch, ghost or goblin. Rest assured that you can take steps to limit the… Continue reading How to Keep the ‘Treats’ from Playing ‘Tricks’ On Your Child’s Teeth

As with your general health, what you eat affects the health of your teeth and gums. Common ingredients found in many foods and beverages can greatly affect your oral health – especially if you do not drink enough water or practice proper oral hygiene at home. The biggest threats to your oral health are sugar… Continue reading Is your diet at the root of your dental issues?

Most children do not look forward to the prospect of a visit to the family dentist for a check-up. So how difficult is it going to be if the child has a toothache or has already been given the news that a cavity needs to be repaired? There are a couple of ways to make… Continue reading Dental Health Tips for Reluctant Children

“Soda”, “pop”, “soft drink” … whatever term you use to refer to that cold, thirst-quenching drink you enjoy, you might begin to find that too much of this “good thing” can be doing considerable damage to your teeth. Your family dentist can address the harmful effects of soda on your teeth. While traditional soda is… Continue reading Harmful Effects of Soda on Teeth

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For many people, their diet choices can explain the odor emanating from their mouth. But when chronic halitosis persists, a visit to the family dentist will identify the root cause. Strong foods like onions, garlic and many spicy meats and vegetables; or beverages like coffee and alcohol … these can result in bad breath upon… Continue reading Bad Breath: What are the major offenders?

Plaque is a sticky biofilm that collects on the teeth. This substance harbors oral bacteria, which can attack both the enamel and the gum tissue, causing tooth decay and periodontal disease. If you fail to clear it from the surface of the teeth, plaque will begin to harden in as little as 48 hours, and… Continue reading The Long-term Effects of Plaque Build-up

Patients with busy professional and personal schedules find it difficult to squeeze in a visit with the family dentist every six months, so they sometimes ask if it’s really necessary to see the dentist so often. The answer is yes. It is essential to see your dentist twice a year to keep potential oral health… Continue reading Do I Really Need to Get Dental Checkups Every Six Months?

The stress many people are under today has a wide ranging effect on many aspects of day to day living impacting overall health. But quite often the impact of stress is evidenced in the appearance and condition of our teeth. One way to keep oral health optimum is to keep those twice yearly appointments with… Continue reading How Stress Can Affect Your Oral Health