Is the statement “sugar causes cavities” true? Or is it just something that people say to scare their kids away from the Halloween candy? Is sugar the reason that dentists encourage people to brush their teeth more around this period of the year? This time of year is a perfect time to answer these questions …
Problems with your teeth are never fun, but the good news is that most can be prevented. Brushing twice per day and flossing will eliminate many of the possible issues. But another huge factor is having your regular dental checkups. This will keep your teeth healthy and prevent major issues. Here is a list of …
Dentists use a large verity of instruments and tools when doing examinations and performing work on your teeth. Have you ever been sitting there in the chair and wondered what some of these dental tools are used for? Well here is your inside look at the tool belt of a dentist. The Sickle Probe …
Halloween is only a couple weeks away! What a fun time of year! Part of the Halloween tradition is trick or treating, which also means large amount of candy. If you have kids, then this blog is for you to learn about the health of your child’s teeth during Halloween. The health of your …
Today we are going to answer a common dental question. Does sugar cause cavities? This is an incredibly common question for dentists, and most people know that sugar seems to cause cavities. We’re going to take it a little bit deeper, though.
How often should you visit the dentist? Well, it can depend on your situation and circumstances. Over 50 years ago, the military found that many of their recruits’ teeth were in terrible shape. They realized that many American’s weren’t taking care of their teeth. At the time there weren’t standard guidelines on the frequency of …