Your New Year’s Resolutions
A lot of people make grand resolutions and lofty goals for the New Year, but there are so many other simpler goals that are a lot easier to stick with! Focusing on your oral hygiene will guarantee a healthier you overall, and it’s much simpler than undertaking a massive gym-going goal. A healthier smile is […]
All I Want for Christmas…
Everybody knows this song, but few people know where it came from. It was created by an elementary school teacher in the 1940s and has become a Christmas classic. “All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth” was an obvious sentiment for teacher Donald Yetter Gardner, who was encouraging his second graders to […]
The Worst Holiday Tooth Offenders
Tis the season for sweet treats, drink indulgences, and really doing a number on your poor teeth. All those Christmas sweets don’t technically cause cavities, but sugar feeds the bacteria in your mouth—which can lead to tooth decay. Fudge is especially popular, and authentic British Christmas pudding is a triple whammy with loads of chocolate, […]
Help Teeth Survive Thanksgiving
It’s that time of year again. Tons of sweets, indulging in alcohol, and taking advantage of all those citrus concoctions like mulled wine and homemade cranberry sauce. Sugar, dark drinks and citrus can all wreak havoc on teeth. You want to make sure your smile stays bright and white for all those family photos, […]
Orthodontics as an Adult
Have you been told that you’d benefit from orthodontics, but you’re well out of those awkward teen years? It’s a lot more common than you think. There are many reasons adults need orthodontics, but didn’t get them as teens. Maybe you didn’t see an orthodontist (or didn’t see the right one!), maybe braces weren’t affordable […]
Skip the Fangs and Bling this Halloween
The haunting season has arrived, and you know what that means! Sugar overloads, costumes and debauchery. This trifecta is quite the terrifying nightmare for dentists. Save yourself some hassle and perhaps some serious dental work this Halloween by swapping out some staples for healthier options. For starters, if you have a sweet fang, try […]
Why Aren’t My Teeth as White as Sofia Vergara’s?
Sofia Vergara is just one of many celebrities with dazzling white teeth. Maybe you’ve tried everything from baking soda-infused toothpaste to those popular (and spendy!) over the counter strips, but your smile still isn’t anywhere near as blinding as a celebrity grin. If you’re considering in-office whitening treatments, you’ll definitely get much better results—but your […]
Benefits of Going Sugar-Free
If it’s been awhile since you sampled some sugar-free sweets, don’t cringe—the sugar-free industry has come a long way in both ingredients and taste! Today, there are several options for sugar-free and very low-sugar ingredients including the natural Stevia plant, monk fruit and more. Gone are the days when the only options were chemical-laden additions. […]
Talking to Kids About Braces
Adolescents and teens are at the ideal age for orthodontics if necessary, since the body is still growing and teeth/jawbones are easier to manipulate. However, what if your teen or pre-teen is horrified at the idea of having a “brace face?” Working with the right orthodontic team and talking to your child about the benefits […]
Do I Really Need an Emergency Dentist?
Dental pain can be excruciating, but fear of the dentist and avoiding the inconvenience of an appointment lead many people to put off taking care of dental problems. Needless to say, this is not the best choice, and some situations demand that you see an emergency dentist in Phoenix, AZ right away. Treating problems immediately […]