Children pick up on things, and often it’s those things we might not want them to pick up on! The curse word that slipped, the habit you keep meaning to break, and so on. Dental phobia is a very common problem– about 9-18% of Americans suffer from varying degrees of dental anxiety, ranging from dislike...Read More

  If you are brushing and flossing daily, but still experiencing dental hygiene issues, it may be time to take a look at other habits that can affect your dental health. You are probably aware of the ill effects of some of these habits, however they may be so routine that they are difficult to...Read More

There’s an app for everything! Sure, you can use an old-fashioned timer to time your brushing, or just tell your kids to get the toothbrush back in their mouth for another minute, but why not make it more fun! We found some fun ways to spice up your brushing routine using your smartphone. Do you...Read More

Just as life starts to pick up and our healthy resolutions may be falling by the wayside, National Nutrition Month is here to hopefully kick us back in gear! Below are a few (very tiny! very doable!) changes you can make to get started on healthy eating just in time for spring and summer! 1....Read More

  As health professionals, we have heard our fair share of excuses for a cancelled appointment. From legitimate to funny to ones we can see right through, we have probably heard it all! And of course, as humans, we understand, because everyone has the unforeseen happen and has to cancel something at sometime or another....Read More

What is Nitrous Oxide? Nitrous oxide, also known as sweet air because of its multiple flavor options, is a colorless and odorless substance that slows down the body’s reaction time. This form of sedation can result in a calm, euphoric feeling that can be used to treat pain and function as a mild sedative. When...Read More

“The amount of sleep the average person needs is five minutes more. ” Wilson Mezener That got your attention–right?! We all want to feel well-rested, and for most of us, between kids and work and sleep issues, it is difficult to get enough sleep. Current technology such as the popular fitness bands allow us to...Read More

Ozone treatment – a quick and non-invasive fix for cavities, sensitive teeth If you have ever bitten into an ice cream cone or taken a sip of your daily hot coffee and experienced a shocking wave of pain, then you may have the beginnings of a new cavity. It could also simply be, however, that...Read More

Are your favorites on the list? We aren’t suggesting that you avoid your favorite holiday treats–this season only comes once a year of course! Just be aware of what you are consuming, and use moderation. Don’t forget to brush! 1. Holiday beverages– Alcoholic beverages, punch, egg nog, and hot cider are all loaded with sugar,...Read More

3 major benefits of dental implants If you have one or more missing teeth, you have probably spent some time considering their replacement, or maybe you wonder whether you should bother at all. There is no doubt that replacing missing teeth helps to maintain good oral health, and, of all the methods available today, dental...Read More