Blog Archive

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May 2020 (4)
- 27: The Basics of Enamel Hypoplasia
- 20: Dental Care…for Pets?
- 13: Chewing Ice Puts Teeth at Risk
- 06: Staying Active Is Good for My Teeth?
April 2020 (5)
- 29: Diet and Oral Health (0)
- 22: Oral pH: The Chemistry of Healthy Mouths (0)
- 15: Loose Tooth Game Plan (0)
- 08: Let’s Raise Awareness of Oral Cancer (0)
- 01: Stress and Our Mouths (0)
March 2020 (4)
- 25: What Are All Those X-Rays For? (0)
- 18: 5 Weird and Fun Mouth Facts (0)
- 11: From Dental Health to Overall Health (0)
- 04: What Causes Canker Sores? (0)
February 2020 (4)
- 26: Oral Health and What We Drink (0)
- 19: Pregnancy and Oral Health (0)
- 12: Why Our Spit Matters (0)
- 05: Spotlight on Men’s Oral Health (0)
January 2020 (5)
- 29: Oral Health and Eating Disorders (0)
- 22: What Are Tongue Ties and Lip Ties? (0)
- 15: Sleep Apnea, Jaws, and Gums (0)
- 08: What Makes Teeth Sensitive? (0)
- 02: Spotlight on Women’s Oral Health (0)
December 2019 (4)
- 26: Cold and Flu Season and Oral Health (0)
- 18: What to Do When a Toothache Strikes (0)
- 11: Fluoride and Cavity Prevention (0)
- 04: The Hazards of Oral Piercings (0)
November 2019 (4)
- 27: Bleeding Gums: Causes and Treatment (0)
- 20: Conquering Dental Anxiety (0)
- 13: The Impact of Diabetes on Teeth and Gums (0)
- 06: How Smoking Affects Oral Health (0)
October 2019 (5)
- 30: Sugar, Its Many Aliases, and Your Teeth (0)
- 23: Animal Teeth Olympics (0)
- 16: Teeth-Friendly Halloween Treats (0)
- 09: Gum Recession: Minimizing Your Risks (0)
- 02: Charcoal Toothpaste: Science Versus Fads (0)
September 2019 (4)
- 25: What Kind of Toothbrush Is Right for You? (0)
- 18: How To Prepare For A Dental Emergency (0)
- 11: The Ways Medicine Affects Oral Health (0)
- 04: Dentures Through History (0)
August 2019 (4)
- 28: Daily Habits That Harm Our Teeth (0)
- 21: How To Choose A Great Dentist (0)
- 14: Common Toothbrush Mistakes To Avoid (0)
- 07: Dental Scaling And Root Planing: The Basics (0)
July 2019 (5)
- 31: How Does Swimming Affect Teeth? (0)
- 24: What Are Those White Spots On My Teeth? (0)
- 17: Smile To Improve Your Day — And Your Health! (0)
- 10: How Clean Is Your Tongue? (0)
- 03: You’ll Be Smiling Again With Dental Implants (0)
June 2019 (4)
- 26: Don’t Take A Vacation From Oral Hygiene! (0)
- 19: Repeat After Us: Teeth Are Not Tools (0)
- 12: Too Few Or Too Many Adult Teeth? (0)
- 05: The Dangers Of Chronic Teeth Grinding (0)
May 2019 (5)
- 29: Plaque, Tartar, And Your Teeth (0)
- 22: It’s Time To Kick That Ice-Chewing Habit (0)
- 15: Taking Care Of Your Pet’s Teeth (0)
- 08: Enamel Hypoplasia (0)
- 01: Defeating Bad Breath (0)
April 2019 (4)
- 22: Why Are My Teeth So Sensitive? (0)
- 17: Our Favorite Quotes About Smiling (0)
- 10: A Closer Look At Our Teeth (0)
- 03: Temporomandibular Disorders (0)
March 2019 (4)
- 27: Oral pH: A Delicate Balance (0)
- 20: Dental Care For Baby Teeth (0)
- 13: Dental X-Rays: It’s Time For Your Close-Up (0)
- 06: Canker Sores: Causes And Treatment (0)
February 2019 (4)
- 27: Straight Teeth: Not Just About Looks (0)
- 20: The Effects Of Pregnancy On Oral Health (0)
- 13: Root Canal Myths: Busted (0)
- 06: Kissing And Cavities (0)
January 2019 (5)
- 30: Relief For A Burned Mouth (0)
- 23: Sleep Apnea And Dental Health (0)
- 16: Nitrous Oxide: Having A Gas At The Dentist (0)
- 09: The Top 3 Best Drinks For Your Teeth (0)
- 02: An Intro To Veneers (0)
December 2018 (4)
- 26: Bad Oral Health Fads (0)
- 19: What To Do When You Have A Toothache (0)
- 12: The Top 3 Worst Drinks For Your Teeth (0)
- 05: Oral Piercings: Self-Expression With Risks (0)
November 2018 (4)
- 28: Teeth, Gums, And Diabetes (0)
- 21: Reasons To Be Thankful For The Dentist (0)
- 14: Interceptive Orthodontics: The Basics (0)
- 07: The Impact Of Smoking On Oral Health (0)
October 2018 (5)
- 31: The Hidden Sugars In Our Food (0)
- 24: What To Look For In A Toothbrush (0)
- 17: Making Halloween Healthy For Your Teeth (0)
- 10: In Case Of Dental Emergency (0)
- 03: The Dangers Of DIY Teeth Whitening (0)
September 2018 (4)
- 26: Side-Effects: Medications And Oral Health (0)
- 19: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth The Healthy Way (0)
- 12: 4 Animals With Unusual Teeth (0)
- 05: Different Types Of Dentures (0)
August 2018 (5)
- 29: How A Nail Biting Habit Affects Teeth (0)
- 22: Taking Care Of Your Toothbrush (0)
- 15: Choosing The Right Dentist For You (0)
- 08: The Negative Effects Of Mouth-Breathing (0)
- 01: Good Tooth Brushing Technique (0)
July 2018 (4)
- 25: Smile For Your Health! (0)
- 18: Thumb-Sucking, Pacifiers, And Oral Health (0)
- 11: Swimming And Oral Health (0)
- 04: What To Do About White Spots (0)
June 2018 (4)
- 27: Fighting Back Against Oral Bacteria (0)
- 20: Your Next Dental Appointment (0)
- 13: Grinding Bruxism To A Halt (0)
- 06: Getting Your Smile Back With Dental Implants (0)
May 2018 (5)
- 30: What Makes Our Smiles Unique (0)
- 23: Getting Wise About Wisdom Teeth (0)
- 16: The Battle Against Bad Breath (0)
- 09: Supernumerary Teeth (0)
- 02: Weight Loss And Oral Health (0)
April 2018 (4)
- 25: Don’t Forget To Clean That Tongue! (0)
- 18: Five Types Of Dental Fillings (0)
- 11: Night Guards For Teeth Grinding (0)
- 04: Fighting Back Against Oral Cancer (0)
March 2018 (4)
- 28: The Different Types Of Teeth (0)
- 21: Seasonal Allergies And Your Oral Health (0)
- 14: The Anatomy Of A Tooth (0)
- 07: An Eating Disorder’s Impact On Oral Health (0)
February 2018 (4)
- 28: Congenitally Missing Teeth (0)
- 21: Your Pet’s Dental Health (0)
- 14: Is Your Frenulum Holding You Back? (0)
- 07: Why Straight Teeth? (0)
January 2018 (5)
- 31: Impress Your Friends With Dental Trivia (0)
- 24: The Big Scoop On Tooth Sensitivity (0)
- 17: The Story Of Your Toothbrush (0)
- 10: Women’s Oral Health Concerns (0)
- 03: Saliva: Oral Health’s MVP (0)
December 2017 (4)
- 27: When To See The Dentist (0)
- 20: Helping Your Child Trust The Dentist (0)
- 13: Soda Versus Our Teeth (0)
- 06: Men’s Oral Health Tips (0)
November 2017 (5)
- 29: Alternative Ways To Get Calcium In Your Diet (0)
- 22: Smoking And Oral Health (0)
- 15: Breastfeeding And Your Baby’s Oral Health (0)
- 08: Preparing Your Smile For The Big Day (0)
- 01: How Diabetes Affects Oral Health (0)
October 2017 (4)
- 25: Managing That Halloween Sweet Tooth (0)
- 18: Which Toothbrush Is Best? (0)
- 11: DIY Teeth Whitening Trends: Fact Or Fiction? (0)
- 04: Maintaining Your Post-Invisible Aligner Smile (0)
September 2017 (4)
- 27: The Bare Bones Of Gum Recession (0)
- 20: Chocolate And Your Teeth (0)
- 13: The Coolest Teeth In The Animal Kingdom (0)
- 06: Dentures Then And Now (0)
August 2017 (5)
- 30: Nail Biting And Oral Health (0)
- 23: Cause, Effect, And Prevention Of Dry Mouth (0)
- 16: Cooking For A Happy, Healthy Sweet Tooth (0)
- 09: Easy Ways To Improve Your Dental Health (0)
- 02: Medications’ Impact On Oral Health (0)
July 2017 (4)
- 26: 4 Ways Smiling Improves Our Health! (0)
- 19: The Effects Of Thumb Sucking And Pacifiers (0)
- 12: Swimmer’s Ear? More Like Swimmer’s Tooth! (0)
- 05: Protecting Your Smile From White Spots (0)
June 2017 (4)
- 28: Photo Op: Types Of Dental X-Rays (0)
- 21: Vacation Tips To Keep Your Smile Healthy! (0)
- 14: The Daily Grind Of Bruxism (0)
- 07: Filling In The Gaps: Dental Implant Basics (0)
May 2017 (5)
- 31: The Way You Eat Fruit Matters For Your Teeth (0)
- 24: Want To Get Rid Of Bad Breath? (0)
- 17: Wisdom Teeth: What You Need To Know (0)
- 10: What To Expect At Your Next Dental Checkup (0)
- 03: Oral Health & Weight Loss Go Hand In Hand (0)
April 2017 (4)
- 26: Ever Wonder How Teeth Whitening Works? (0)
- 19: 4 Fun Apps To Improve Your Oral Hygiene (0)
- 12: The Battle Inside Our Mouths (0)
- 05: Get Screened For Oral Cancer (0)
March 2017 (5)
- 29: Common Misconceptions About Gum Disease (0)
- 22: Seasonal Allergies? Take Care Of Your Smile (0)
- 15: How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health (0)
- 08: 3 Tips To Keep Teeth Clean Between Meals (0)
- 01: How Eating Disorders Can Affect Oral Health (0)
February 2017 (4)
- 22: Protect Your Teeth This Cold And Flu Season (0)
- 15: Are Your Teeth Sensitive? Here’s Why (0)
- 08: Take Care Of Your Furry Friend’s Smile! (0)
- 01: Preparing For Your Child’s First Dental Visit (0)
January 2017 (4)
- 25: A Brief History Of Dental Floss (0)
- 18: How Your Oral And Overall Health Are Linked (0)
- 11: Is Chewing Gum Good Or Bad For Your Teeth? (0)
- 04: 4 Tips For A Younger Looking Smile (0)
December 2016 (4)
- 28: Some Of History’s Fun And Bizarre Dental Stories (0)
- 21: Do Dental Fillings Last Forever? (0)
- 14: Baby Teeth Myths—Busted! (0)
- 07: Your Frequently Asked Questions Answered! (0)
November 2016 (5)
- 30: How Much Calcium Do We Actually Need? (0)
- 23: Plaque vs. Tartar: What’s The Difference? (0)
- 16: Smoking Puts Your Oral Health At Risk (0)
- 09: Take Care Of Your Tooth Enamel (0)
- 02: Diabetes And Your Oral Health (0)
October 2016 (4)
- 26: Love Pumpkin? Your Smile Does Too (0)
- 19: What Parents Need To Know About Thumb Sucking (0)
- 12: Make Your Game Day Snacks More Smile-Friendly (0)
- 05: Are You Prepared For A Dental Emergency? (0)
September 2016 (4)
- 28: Protect Your Smile With A Custom Mouthguard (0)
- 21: Have You Gotten Screened For Oral Cancer Lately? (0)
- 14: Why Does Food Taste Funny After Brushing? (0)
- 07: 4 Tips To Soothe A Toothache Before Your Appointment (0)
August 2016 (5)
- 31: See The Full Picture On Dental X-Rays (0)
- 24: Does Your Child Grind Their Teeth? (0)
- 17: Flossing Is Essential To Your Oral Hygiene (0)
- 10: Snacking Tips To Keep Your Child’s Smile Healthy (0)
- 03: Why Is My Mouth Dry? (0)
July 2016 (4)
- 27: How Everyday Habits Affect Your Teeth (0)
- 20: Thinking About Whitening Your Smile? (0)
- 13: Know The Risks Of Oral Piercings (0)
- 06: How To Care For Your Teething Baby (0)
June 2016 (5)
- 29: Don’t Let Gingivitis Keep You From Smiling (0)
- 22: What Causes Stained Teeth? (0)
- 15: Brush Up On Some Toothbrush History (0)
- 08: Learn The Benefits Of Dental Implants (0)
- 01: Calcium Isn’t Just Good For Bones—It Benefits Your Smile Too! (0)
May 2016 (4)
- 25: Extra Floss? Try These Tricks! (0)
- 18: Saliva: The Unsung Hero Of Oral Health (0)
- 11: Chewing Sugar-free Gum Boosts Your Oral Health (0)
- 04: How Stress Can Affect Your Oral Health (0)
April 2016 (4)
- 27: Are Sports And Energy Drinks Damaging Your Teeth? (0)
- 20: What To Do About Congenitally Missing Teeth (0)
- 13: Don’t Forget To Clean Your Tongue! (0)
- 06: Why Is Fluoride So Good For Our Teeth? (0)
March 2016 (5)
- 30: How To Make The Most Of Your Dental Visits (0)
- 23: 10 Fun Dental Facts You Probably Didn’t Know! (0)
- 16: Back To Basics: The DO’s And DON’Ts Of Toothbrushing (0)
- 09: What Is A Frenectomy? (0)
- 02: Tooth Fairy Traditions (0)
February 2016 (4)
- 24: Pets Need Their Teeth Brushed Too! (0)
- 17: Our Hidden Superpower: Smiling! (0)
- 10: Managing Tooth Sensitivity (0)
- 03: Give Your Kids A Jumpstart On Oral Health Care! (0)
January 2016 (4)
- 27: Why You Shouldn’t Wait To Treat A Cavity (0)
- 20: Ice Cravings: A Sign Of Something More? (0)
- 13: What To Expect At The Dentist… When You’re Expecting (0)
- 06: What Your Dentist Can Tell By Looking In Your Mouth (0)
December 2015 (5)
- 30: Brightening Your Smile Is Easy! (0)
- 23: Making Oral Hygiene Fun For Teens (0)
- 16: What Causes Bad Breath? (0)
- 09: Foods That Naturally Whiten Teeth (0)
- 02: Why You May Need To See The Dentist More Frequently (0)
November 2015 (4)
- 25: Oral Health Myths—Busted! (0)
- 18: Cavities All Of A Sudden? (0)
- 11: What You Should Know About Your Child’s Loose Tooth (0)
- 04: Alcohol’s Effect On Our Gum Health (0)
October 2015 (4)
- 28: How To Make Brushing More Fun! (0)
- 21: Is Chilly Weather Hurting Your Teeth? (0)
- 14: A Smile To Be Proud Of At Any Age (0)
- 07: Oral Health And Hearing: Brushing Is Music To Our Ears (0)
September 2015 (5)
- 30: Are Cavities Contagious? (0)
- 23: Wisdom Teeth: Why Do We Have Them? (0)
- 16: Juice Smarter: Your Teeth Will Thank You (0)
- 09: A Custom Mouthguard Can Save Your Smile (0)
- 02: How Do Your Brushing Habits Compare? (0)
August 2015 (4)
- 26: What Every College Student Should Know About Dental Health (0)
- 19: Your Regularly Scheduled Visits Are About More Than Clean Teeth (0)
- 12: What Does Dentistry’s Emblem Mean? (0)
- 04: Be Prepared For Dental Emergencies (0)
July 2015 (5)
- 29: The Delicate Balance of Oral Bacteria (0)
- 22: A Toothpaste Timeline (0)
- 15: 4 Reminders For Improving Oral Health Through Diet (0)
- 08: The Link Between Osteoporosis And Gum Disease (0)
- 02: Crazy Things People Believe About Toothaches (0)
June 2015 (4)
- 24: Diabetes And Gum Disease Can Be Double Trouble (0)
- 17: Social Media Helps Us All Smile (0)
- 10: Teeth Are An Important Part Of Digestion (0)
- 01: Yes, Soda Really Is Bad For Your Teeth (0)
May 2015 (4)
- 27: Smile-Friendly Breakfast Secrets (0)
- 20: Know Your Gum Health Numbers! (0)
- 13: This Smartphone App Makes 2-Minute Brushing Fun! (0)
- 10: 4 Oral Hygiene Travel Essentials (0)
April 2015 (5)
- 27: General Physicians Are Putting Renewed Focus On Oral Exams (0)
- 22: Cosmetic Vs. Therapeutic Mouthwash (0)
- 15: How Much Sugar Are You Really Eating? (0)
- 08: Feel Inspired By Mouth Painter, Mariam Paré (0)
- 02: 5 Common Canker Sore Triggers To Avoid (0)
March 2015 (4)
- 25: Numb Lip? Fillings Keep Small Problems From Becoming Big Ones (0)
- 18: A Healthier Mouth = A Healthier Heart? (0)
- 11: Next Time You Burn Your Mouth On Pizza… (0)
- 04: Don’t Like To Floss? Here Are Some Helpful Ideas (0)
February 2015 (4)
- 25: Over 50? Be Aware Of These 5 Dental Issues (0)
- 18: Use Your Smartphone To Brush Smarter (0)
- 11: Teeth Grinding At Night Can Cause Severe Damage (0)
- 04: Removing The Fear Of Showing Your Teeth When You Smile (0)
January 2015 (4)
- 28: Saying Goodbye To Your Old Toothbrush (0)
- 21: Our Smiles Love Healthy Snacks (0)
- 14: 2015: The Year Of The Smile (0)
- 07: Tips For Patients With Fixed Retainers (0)
December 2014 (5)
- 30: Hormonal Changes Affect Women’s Oral Heath (0)
- 23: Tooth-Healthy Entertaining Tips (0)
- 17: Your Jaw: Incredible Force + Amazing Precision (0)
- 10: Considerations For Dental Patients With Special Needs (0)
- 03: The Legend Of The Tooth Fairy (0)
November 2014 (4)
- 26: Keeping Your Amazing Tongue Clean And Healthy (0)
- 19: 5 Ways Social Media Helps Us Serve You (0)
- 12: Help Children Get The Preventive Dental Care They Need (0)
- 05: Calcium Is Essential For Strong Teeth And Bones (0)
October 2014 (4)
- 29: Oral Health And Whole Body Health Are Closely Linked (0)
- 22: Wear (and maintain) Your Mouthguard! (0)
- 15: How To Love Every Photo Taken Of You (0)
- 08: Why Biting Down On Aluminum Foil Hurts (0)
September 2014 (5)
- 30: 3 Rules To Follow For A Smile-Healthy Halloween (0)
- 24: Hey Runners! Pay Special Attention To Your Oral Health (0)
- 17: The Connection Between Gum Disease And Rheumatoid Arthritis (0)
- 10: Five Ways Your Dentistry Career Will Change The World (0)
- 03: You Didn’t Inherit Soft Teeth (0)
August 2014 (4)
- 27: 9 Dental-Related Fun Facts (0)
- 20: 4 Helpful Tips For Tooth Sensitivity (0)
- 13: 4 Ways To Avoid Cracking A Tooth (0)
- 06: Our Tribute To Some Of The First Women In Dentistry (0)
July 2014 (5)
- 30: Six Important Toothbrush Care Tips (0)
- 23: Men 33% Less Likely Than Women To Seek Preventive Dental Care: Whats Up, Dude? (0)
- 16: 4 Surprising Foods That Can Contribute To Bad Breath (0)
- 09: When It Comes To Dating, Let Your Smile Do The Talking (0)
- 02: How A Little Sunshine Helps Our Teeth (0)
June 2014 (4)
- 25: Get The Most From Being Our Valued Patient (0)
- 18: A Quick History Lesson About Dental Comfort (0)
- 11: When Your Toothbrush Isn’t Handy, Reach For Scrubber Foods! (0)
- 04: Pool Water Can Affect Your Smile (0)
May 2014 (4)
- 28: The Effects Of Electronic Cigarettes On Teeth (0)
- 21: Dieting? 4 Tips To Keep Your Smile Healthy (0)
- 14: Who Was Pierre Fauchard? (0)
- 07: An Investment In Your Smile May Help Avert The Crisis Of Midlife (0)
April 2014 (5)
- 30: How’s Your Nightly Brushing Routine Going? (0)
- 23: A Puny Straw Can Pack Powerful Protection (0)
- 16: 5 Items To Have On Hand In Case Of A Dental Emergency (0)
- 09: Should You Use An Electric Or Manual Toothbrush? (0)
- 02: While You Bathe In The Sun, What Do Your Teeth Bathe In? (0)
March 2014 (4)
- 26: Your Tooth Enamel Is Super Cool Stuff (0)
- 19: Your Smile May Be Your Greatest Job-Hunting Asset (0)
- 12: Protect Your Smile From Acid Reflux Disease (0)
- 05: Learning From Ancient People About Our Oral Health (0)
February 2014 (4)
- 26: Medications Can Contribute To Dry Mouth Syndrome And Affect Your Oral Health (0)
- 19: The Buy One, Give One Toothbrush… Bogobrush! (0)
- 12: Pregnant? Let’s Keep Both Your Mouth And Your Baby Healthy (0)
- 05: Do You Recognize These 6 Common Misconceptions About Dental Health? (0)
January 2014 (5)
- 29: 4 Important Benefits Of Regular Dental CheckUps (0)
- 22: 3 Questions To Ask Yourself About Brushing (0)
- 15: Quick Fixes For Awkward Dental Moments (0)
- 08: Real Smiles Versus Fake Smiles (0)
- 02: Listening To And Learning From YOU! (0)
December 2013 (4)
- 26: Antacids Bring Relief But They Can Also Damage Your Teeth (0)
- 18: 3 Tips For Eating Healthy Lunches Your Teeth Will Like (0)
- 12: The Age-Old Question Of What To Do With Loose Baby Teeth (0)
- 04: 5 Simple Steps To Harnessing The Power Of Your Smile (0)
November 2013 (4)
- 27: Flossing Correctly Is As Important As Flossing Daily (0)
- 20: 3 Dental Tips If You Have A Cold Or The Flu (0)
- 13: Six Awesome, Surprising Toothpaste Uses (0)
- 06: The Connection Between Gum Disease And Dementia (0)
October 2013 (5)
- 30: Desserts, Snacks, And Your Smile’s Health (0)
- 23: Reducing Canker Sore Pain And Duration (0)
- 16: Ages 65+: Your Healthy Smile Timeline (0)
- 09: Your Healthy Smile Timeline: Ages 40-60 (0)
- 02: Ages 20–40: Your Healthy Smile Timeline (0)
September 2013 (4)
- 25: Your Healthy Smile Timeline: Ages 1–20 (0)
- 18: Feed Your Smile The Vitamins And Minerals It Craves (0)
- 11: Smiles And The Science Of Attraction (0)
- 04: Why Our Practice Has A Facebook Page (0)