Oral health is more important than most people realize! According to the Mayo Clinic, an unhealthy mouth may increase your risk of serious health problems, which can weaken your immune system. Do you know our mouths and are full of bacteria? If untreated, this bacteria can cause disease, inflammation, and/or pain. Regular checkups and professional…
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What Causes Cavities
Did you know that anyone with teeth can develop cavities, even babies? Cavities are holes in teeth that are a product of tooth decay. They start out small and are hard to detect without regular dental checkups. Many people believe if there is no pain and they can’t see them, cavities are not really there.…
Is My Baby Teething?
Teething can quite painful for both baby and mama. Even though your baby may seem more irritable and upset during this process, there are things you can do to help ease the pain. Read on to recognize the signs your baby has started teething and what you can do to do to help. Typically,…
New Year, New Smile: 5 Steps to Oral Health
Happy New Year! Hello, 2017. It’s a brand new year and that always brings new opportunities to change for the better. Many of us are already writing down resolutions and goals we’d like to accomplish this year. If you’re wanting to take better care of your smile this year, here are five steps you can…
Keeping Kids’ Teeth Healthy During Halloween
Every October, store aisles begin to burst with orange and black decorations, costumes, and of course, lots and lots of candy. For kids, Halloween is fun holiday full of memories but it can, quite quickly, turn into a holiday full of cavities, if we’re not careful. Here are a few tips for moms and dads…