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Many people are switching to vaping because they want to stop smoking cigarettes. However, studies have shown that vaping may not necessarily be healthier than cigarette smoking. The chemicals in e-cigarettes can be damaging to the body, including your teeth, gums and mouth. Here...
If Mountain Dew is one of your favorite beverages, it may be time to reconsider your options. Mountain Dew, along with other sugary sodas and drinks, can be detrimental to your oral health and overall well-being. Dentists are seeing the horrible effects of Mountain Dew on some patie...
Teething can be stressful for both parent and child. Toddlers often experience unpleasant symptoms, such as a teething rash, teething fever and sore gums. That is why parents may find themselves spending hours trying to console their crying child. Fortunately, there are several ways...
Dentures are an excellent cosmetic and functional fix for many of our patients. They’re durable, affordable and can help those who have struggled with chewing, speaking and smiling due to missing teeth. However, some people don’t realize it’s just as necessary to take care of ...
If you’re interested in alternative medicines, you may have heard of oil pulling as a method to remove bacteria from the mouth and promote oral hygiene. Oil pulling has gained some popularity in recent years because of its alleged dental health benefits and ability to prevent toot...
Although we’ve all had the experience of going to our own dental appointments, parents may be wondering what to expect when they take their child to see the dentist. Parents often ask questions regarding what types of procedures their child will need and how they can best prepare them. T...
Although dental professionals do their best to make every child’s dental experience as positive as possible, parental involvement is just as crucial to a successful outcome. Without encouragement at home, kids are likely to skip on oral hygiene and miss the opportunity to build strong de...
It’s very common for children to be fearful or stressed when it comes to visiting the dentist. After all, many adults share those same feelings, so you can imagine how it can be overwhelming for kids sometimes. Here are some tips on how to help children manage their feelings when visitin...
When the inner pulp of a tooth becomes infected, the typical treatment for adults is a root canal. However, a procedure called a pulpectomy is often the best option for saving a primary (baby) tooth in children. A pulpectomy involves removing the entire pulp from a primary tooth in an atte...
Prolonged thumb-sucking, as well as pacifier use, is a common dental issue for kids and can have a negative impact on your child’s smile over time. Most often, babies, toddlers, and small children resort to thumb-sucking or pacifier use as a way to soothe themselves or calm anxiety. ...