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Have you ever been told that if you sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice in your head, that is the right amount of time to

Seniors are often faced with a multitude of dental problems they did not have to face as younger adults. Here are just a few reasons

Plaque that is left undisturbed (not brushed or rinsed) on the teeth too long builds up and becomes hard calculus. Essentially, the better the individual

Whether you’ve heard it from parents, dentists, or the media, we’ve all heard how bad sugar is for you. But why is the substance that

It is clear to most people in the US that smoking tobacco is bad for your oral health, but to what extent? People are still

When is the Best Time to Brush? Generally, dentists advise twice-daily brushing for several minutes, twice a day. But when is the best time in

Fun Facts about Teeth: Teeth are pretty amazing and we don’t give them enough credit. So here are a few fun facts about teeth you

Busy families juggle school, work, sports practice, social time and other obligations. We are all bogged down and have found a way to fill every

A lot of patients we speak to about the importance of flossing complain that dental floss does not work for them. Stories of teeth that

Wisdom teeth typically come in, and erupt between the ages 17-25. Some people may have only 1 or 2 teeth that develop, while others get

One of the most common questions I am asked as a dental hygienist is, “why can’t I get a regular cleaning?”  This is always a

Veneers Are Veneers Right for Me? There are a number of reasons why porcelain veneers are placed for patients. Porcelain veneers are a small, thin

Dry mouth My mouth is always dry. What I can do? Very often patients asked this question. They are concerned about a condition called Xerostomia,

Smiles for Hope From March 1st – June 30th, our offices will be participating in Smiles for Hope. What is Smiles for Hope? Smiles for

Dental Sealants Have you ever had a dentist recommend a sealant for you or your child and wondered: “what is that” and “why do I

Activated Charcoal Toothpaste or Powders Activated charcoal toothpaste and powders have been gaining popularity the past few years. Ads have been flooding social media. You

“My teeth are sensitive.” One of the most common concerns voiced in the dental office; here are a couple solutions. First we need to differentiate

Four Ways to Clean Between Teeth When thinking about cleaning between teeth, floss will probably come to mind. This is a great way to clean

How to Clean Your Denture/Partial Dentures Rinse your dentures before brushing to remove any loose food or debris.  Use a soft bristle toothbrush and a

How to Care for Your Infants Teeth When to start cleaning your baby’s teeth. You can start before your baby even has teeth, it is

Why Do I Always Have Bad Breath? As a Dental Hygienist, I frequently get asked about bad breath.  Many patients suffer from chronic bad breath,