Category: General Oral Health

We all know that consuming lots of sweets leads to tooth decay, and that certain foods like coffee and red wine dim your smile with stains. But you might not be aware that some seemingly harmless food choices are actually causing the same issues. Consider the following: 1. Dried Fruit All those vitamins make raisins … Continued

The American Dental Association recommends replacing your toothbrush every three months, but have you considered how to best to care for it in the meantime? You wouldn’t let your bath towel go three months without a wash, and your toothbrush should be no different! Consider integrating a weekly brush cleaning into your routine to keep … Continued

Are you one of the 30% of Americans who drinks at least one pop each day? If so, then you may not be surprised to learn all pops—including sugar-free ones—can be very harmful for your teeth. In fact, drinking pop can lead to erosion of your enamel, cavities, and even tooth discoloration. If you’re finding … Continued

You’ve got a place for your sweaters, a special drawer for your utensils, and even an entire cabinet for spices, but how much thought have you given to where your toothbrush spends the hours it isn’t being used to brush your teeth? Most of us grew up leaving our toothbrush laying next to the sink, … Continued

Valentine’s Day is coming up which means plenty of tempting sweets around every corner! While skipping the candy entirely will always be the best option for your oral health, we know that’s not entirely realistic. Thankfully, there are still plenty of ways to keep your teeth healthy after eating sugary sweets. Try these five easy … Continued