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As temperatures drop, people with sensitive teeth could experience increased pain.When your teeth already hurt, exposing them to the cold winter air can be just as painful as eating and drinking hot and cold foods and beverages, according to the Academy of General Dentistry. Suggested remedies: 1. Have your dentist seal the sensitive area with cement or plastic. 2. Apply a special fluoride gel prescribed […]

1. Stay away from packing your child’s lunch with drinks that are high in sugar.  Many sports drinks, energy drinks, sodas, and juices have anywhere between 5-12 teaspoons of sugar in one serving.  The longer this sugar stays on your child’s teeth, the more likely they will develop tooth decay.  Many children do not have a chance

Help your children with the basics on maintaining their bright smiles 1.  Arrange dentist visits. Schedule regular dental checkups. Then help your children maintain good brushing and flossing habits every day. 2. Block injuries. See your dentist about mouth guards if your children are involved in sports or recreational activities that could cause injuries to the

1. Not flossing Brushing your teeth twice a day is important, but many patients don’t realize that flossing at least once a day is just as critical to achieving—and maintaining—a healthy smile. Flossing removes the cavity-causing bacteria left behind from food particles that get stuck between teeth. Although bleeding and irritation sometimes can occur when you

It’s summer time and you know what that means VACATION!!!! Make sure to take of your pearly whites with these 5 easy steps. When traveling abroad, brush your teeth with bottled water to avoid various microorganisms in foreign water supplies that could make you sick. Store your toothbrush in a travel container with air holes