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How to Protect Your Teeth

My kids are involved in several different sports, including some that are known for being a bit rough, like hockey and football. I worry about them being injured, but I don’t want to curb their athletic spirit. So I take steps to make certain that they’re as protected as possible. That means protecting their teeth, too. My children’s dentist told me that the best way to protect their teeth was to use custom mouth guards that would keep their teeth safe even in the event of a blow to the mouth. I started this blog to talk about different ways to protect teeth – from mouth guards and dental devices you wear while you sleep, to plain old brushing and flossing. There are many ways to protect your teeth depending on your needs. Find out which one is right for you.

What Should You Do After Realizing You Have a Cracked Tooth?

Posted on September 2, 2016

Panicking after realizing you, your spouse, or your child has just cracked a tooth is normal. Your mind may even start to race with thoughts about how this may have happened. Furthermore, it is also possible for you to crack your tooth without even realizing it, as not all cracks are visible to the naked eye. The question is—how do you know you have a cracked tooth, and when you do know, what happens next? [Read More]

Oral Cancer: How Regular Dental Checkups Could Save Your Life

Posted on September 2, 2016

Oral cancer is incredibly dangerous, with only 57% of those diagnosed with the condition living for more than five years past diagnosis. The earlier the cancer is caught, the greater your chance of survival, but unfortunately, a lot of cases are not detected until the cancer has progressed quite significantly. How can you protect yourself against oral cancer? Well, one important step is keeping up with checkups at the dentist. [Read More]

5 Ways To Whiten Your Teeth Without An Over-The-Counter Whitening Kit

Posted on August 17, 2016

There are ways to clean your teeth without using an over-the-counter whitening kit. Here are a few of them: Whitening Gum You can whiten your teeth just by chewing gum. Gum that has teeth-whitening power whitens the teeth by dissolving stains or polishing them away. Dissolving agents, such as malic acid, make dental stains easier to brush or rinse away. Additionally, polishing ingredients, such as baking soda, have a mildly abrasive texture that polishes away light staining from the tooth enamel. [Read More]

Does My Child Need Braces?

Posted on July 28, 2016

The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that every child has an initial visit to the pediatric orthodontist by the age of seven. At this age, most children have enough permanent teeth in place for an evaluation and the orthodontist can spot any signs that braces may be needed. Early detection of jaw and mouth issues can lead to shorter treatment times and fewer interventions. If you are not sure whether your child should be seen, one or more of these signs should trigger a visit to your orthodontist. [Read More]