In 1930, new dental products were arising, as well as extravagant claims about what they could do. The American Dental Association (ADA) took it upon themselves to adopt guidelines to evaluate dental products for safety and effectiveness. The ADA Seal of Acceptance program began in 1931, when the first ADA Seal of Acceptance was awarded. President Ronald Reagan awarded the... read more »
Did you know that some babies are born with their first tooth? Or that other children won’t get their first tooth until they are over a year old? Generally though, children get their first tooth when they are between four and six months old. Naturally, most parents are excited when a baby’s first tooth peeks through—though their excitement can be... read more »
You may know that your mouth is full of bacteria, even if you brush and floss your teeth. Fortunately, not all of the bacteria are bad. Of course, there are definitely bacteria you should remove. For instance, plaque comes from these bad bacteria. Sadly, plaque may erode your teeth and cause cavities. If not removed, plaque could harden into tartar,... read more »
Dentures are essentially removable teeth that are designed to help you regain full function of your mouth. Most people need dentures due to advanced gum disease, tooth decay or multiple extractions. Your teeth and gums do more than simply help you chew. They also provide structure for your facial muscles and are a factor in your speech. There might still... read more »
Did you know that you should start taking care of your child’s oral heath even before their first tooth comes in? That includes brushing their teeth. But with all of the toothpaste options available for your child, how do you make the best choice? While adult toothpastes can be made to brighten smiles, fight gum disease, or to strengthen your... read more »
Thanksgiving is almost here bringing the promise of delicious aromas that fill the room and make us all hungry. However, even during the best of times, toothaches can still occur. If you find yourself this season with a painful toothache, contact your dentist right away. If you are unable to go to a dentist right away, then there are steps... read more »
If you are taking regular care of your teeth and keeping regular dental visits for healthy cleanings, good for you! Your pearly whites are happy to receive all that diligent attention. But you can’t always prevent everything, and there are times when you might accidently experience trauma to the mouth and incur unexpected tooth loss. Major tooth injuries, like the... read more »
Perfectly aligned teeth are a common goal for many people. However, not everyone wants to go through the long and painful process of having traditional braces, which is why Invisalign® is a great option. Invisalign offers a wide variety of benefits when it comes to your everyday life. Here are five reasons as to why you should choose Invisalign to... read more »
Did you know that 85% of wisdom teeth will eventually have to be removed? Have you heard that your wisdom teeth can cause serious problems for your smile? Both of these claims are true, but are far from a comprehensive list of facts on wisdom teeth. Please feel free to read on if you are interested in more wisdom teeth... read more »
Tooth decay is very painful and irritating, but we are here to help you keep your smile healthy, strong, and functional! With these five tricks to preventing cavities, there is a good chance that you can finally eliminate decay from your smile for a lifetime: 1. Get a professional teeth cleaning every six months. These appointments are very important and... read more »