Archive for July 2014
How What You Eat Affects Your Smile
According to the website, WebMD, the best foods for oral health and strong teeth are “cheeses, chicken or other meats, nuts, and milk.” Not only do these feed your body, they also “feed” your teeth, providing “the calcium and phosphorus needed to re-mineralize teeth,” or rebuild the surface where tooth enamel has been removed by…
Read More7 Tips to Keep Your Dentist Happy
Sure, we know that keeping your dentist happy is not the #1 item on your list of priorities. However, we also know that, if you do manage to keep your dentist happy, your teeth will remain healthy and strong for life. In an effort to help you do just that, the Dental Health Blog would…
Read MoreTime to Talk About – Prevent Tooth Decay in Children
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dental caries (or tooth decay), “affects children in the United States more than any other chronic infectious disease.” When left untreated, tooth decay in children can cause more than eating problems, leading to difficulty speaking, playing with others, and learning. Yet, this type of oral…
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