Below we answer some common questions about the history of dentistry. Check out some of our other blogs for more teeth-related content. Who was the first women dentist in America? This distinction is often given to Emeline Roberts Jones who assisted in her husband’s dental practice in Connecticut as early Read More →
Below are some healthy teeth habits for seniors and older adults. Brush and Floss Daily Brushing and flossing your teeth is just as important for you as it is for your grandchildren. Even though it may have been years since you’ve had a cavity, your risk of cavities increases with age. One of the reasons is dry Read More →
Answering common questions about dental health during pregnancy. 1. Do I Need to Change My Daily Habits? If you’re already brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and cleaning between your teeth once a day, keep up the good work! If not, there’s no better time to start, as Read More →
1. You Have Pain Pain or swelling in your mouth, face or neck can mean a number of things.Why toothaches are one of the top 10 dental symptoms to watch for >> 2. Your Gums Are Acting Up If your gums are puffy, they bleed when you brush or floss, Read More →
During this year of pandemic stress, the American Dental Association says that dental health is a casualty. An ADA survey found more than 70% of dentists report an increase of patients with teeth grinding and clenching problems –conditions often associated with stress. “The number of chipped and cracked teeth really started to pick Read More →
Water flossing is a way to clean between and around your teeth. A water flosser is a handheld device that sprays streams of water in steady pulses. The water, like traditional floss, removes food from between teeth. Water flossers that have earned the ADA Seal of Acceptance have been tested Read More →
We know we should floss at least once a day, but not everyone knows the right way to do it. Use this step-by-step guide to find out how to properly floss your teeth: Break off about 18 inches of floss and wind most of it around one of your middle fingers. Read More →
