Almost everyone in the US can relate to having braces or retainers at some point in their lives. It seems almost impossible to have perfectly straight teeth without them, but it’s not necessarily bad genetics that we have to blame for this. There are many factors that can contribute to crooked teeth. Here are the […]
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Bad Habits for Your Teeth
Bad habits are bad for a reason. It may seem like it’s not a big deal but bad habits related to teeth can lead to decay, deterioration or even worse! Here are a few habits you should definitely kick. NAIL BITING: Biting your nails is bad for both your nails and your teeth. Bacteria from […]
Best Foods to Help Bad Breath
Bad breath doesn’t always have to do with your oral hygiene. You can brush twice a day, floss, gargle and do all of the right things but sometimes bad breath still lingers. If you notice that your breath still isn’t fresh, try switching out these foods in your diet. PROBLEM: Onions & Garlic: Onions and […]
A Guide to Vitamin D & Calcium
Getting enough Vitamin D and Calcium is extremely important for our health, especially our bones and teeth. The average adult over 18 should be consuming between 1,000mg – 2,000mg of calcium per day and 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily. Children and teens should intake 400 IU of vitamin D per day as well, especially […]
Caring for Your Teeth When You Can’t Get an Immediate Appointment
The worst feeling is when you’re eating normally and all of a sudden hear a crunch in your mouth like you’ve chomped down on a rock. You probably race to the mirror to check the damage but you know the damage is done whether you can see it or not. The next step is probably […]
5 Ways Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Life
Sleep apnea affects over 12 million people in the US alone. About 1 out of every 25 middle-aged man and 1 out of every 50 middle-aged woman are estimated to have some form of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can cause a variety of other problems and can be very dangerous if left untreated. If you’re […]
How to Get a Bigger Smile
Your smile is one of the first things that is noticed by other people and a bright, wide smile is one of the best ways to leave a positive impression. You might think that your smile is permanently going to stay one way, but it can actually be greatly improved with just a little bit […]
Giving Your Teeth a Celebrity Makeover
We all know that celebrities have teams dedicated to making their look just right. They have stylists, makeup artists, fitness trainers and most likely very expensive dental work. Blemishes on your skin can be hidden with a few layers of concealer, but crooked or yellow teeth have no place to hide. We don’t all have […]
How Much Do You Know About Teeth?
Even in Biology class you probably didn’t learn too much about your teeth. You know they’re supposed to be on the whiter side and you know you’re supposed to brush and gargle diligently, but how much do you know about the actual tooth? Learning more about your teeth can teach you how to protect your […]
Diabetes and Your Oral Health
It’s diabetes awareness month! Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States however many cases are undiagnosed which means it could be a factor in millions of more deaths. Over 1.5 million people, mostly adults, are newly diagnosed each year. Most of these diagnoses can be prevented if people just eat […]