The tooth fairy began long, long ago as a little story crafted by parents in order to get a hold of their child’s baby teeth (also called milk teeth) before the witches did! It was a common belief back in the 1500-1600’s that witches could curse you if they obtained a part of your body...Read More
We think it is so important to give back, especially during the holidays where we are constantly reminded of how blessed we are. We hope to partner with you to to provide meals for the Mwamba Children’s Choir in Uganda. See details below. All Smiles Care will be donating non-perishable food items to the Mwamba...Read More
Halloween means extra sweets for kids–and let’s be honest–for parents too! It is okay to indulge in an occasional treat, but with the abundance of candy around on Halloween (and continuing into the Thanksgiving and Christmas season), it is beneficial to be educated on which treats can leave a lasting impact on your mouth. Ask...Read More
The term TMJ is tossed around and often misunderstood. It is also associated with a host of health problems. …so what is TMJ, and what does it have to do with dentistry? TMJ refers to the Temporo mandibular joint, and you have two of them, one on each side of your mouth. TMJ is actually...Read More
Dentists all over the country receive requests for smile makeovers to mirror celebrities such as Halle Berry, Julia Roberts, and Tom Cruise (Halle is the most requested, in case you were wondering). Many high profile celebrities have mega-watt smiles, but often have had major smile overhauls to achieve these results. We’re going to take a...Read More
One of the greatest aspects of All Smiles Dental Care is our focus on teamwork and the close-knit group of staff that we have. An article by Jackie L. Sanders really summed up many of the ways that we foster an environment of teamwork and shared vision. Below are some of the ways Dr. Imm...Read More
As a follow-up to our sleep article, we thought we would delve a little deeper into the growing problem of sleep apnea. Some of you may be asking: what does sleep apnea have to do with dentistry? The American Academy of Sleep Medicine now recommends that a dental device be used for those with mild-moderate...Read More
Bad breath is one of those problems that is downright embarrassing. We try to mask it with mint, gum, or social distancing–but with raised awareness of the causes and a few simple remedies, you can banish bad breath from your mouth. Causes There are a number of possible causes for bad breath. Possibilities include: Stress...Read More
It is common knowledge that good dental hygiene includes brushing after every meal, but the importance of cleaning in between your teeth is often underplayed. If pressed for time, people often skip out on daily flossing, even when maintaining good brushing habits. Unfortunately, brushing does not remove bacteria from in between the teeth, and this...Read More
Recent studies have shown that self -examination for signs of oral cancer can improve early detection of the disease. Self-examination does not take the place of regular dental care, and should be done under the supervision of your dental hygienist. Here is a step-by-step guide to a self -examination for oral cancer: Step 1: Establish...Read More
