The notion of water flossing is one that swirled around me for years—most loudly touted by my sister who is self-admittedly lazy with string flossing. But oral irrigators (as they are also known) weren’t a part of my family’s teeth-cleaning regimen until my 11-year-old got her braces. After she was […]
Nearly a third of U.S. adults experience anxiety disorder at some time in their lives. And anxiety is frequently connected to sleep related problems, keeping people from falling asleep, and creating a cycle of insomnia, stress, and worry, according to research from the Sleep Foundation. But what’s less discussed is teeth grinding, a growing […]
It may surprise you that the most common chronic disease for kids in the U.S. is tooth decay. However, the disease is entirely preventable. “We don’t want any problems with the teeth that could affect a child’s overall health,” said Dr. Scott Cashion, president of the American Academy of Pediatric […]
Parents of young children are undoubtedly familiar with the morning and nighttime ritual of getting kids to brush their teeth. Kids may or may not embrace that routine no matter how hard parents try to relate the benefits of proper oral hygiene, but moms and dads can take solace in […]
There’s nothing cool about kissing someone with smelly breath and a bad smile, so don’t vape. That’s the message from oral health specialist Dr Sven Bohnstedt, who urges young people to think about the lifelong impacts of vaping on their appearance – as well as on their health. Dr Bohnstedt, […]
Dental issues are common in young children. If not taken care of correctly, these issues can lead to bigger problems down the road. That’s why it’s important to start good dental habits early. As a parent, you want what’s best for your child, and that includes their dental health. With […]
Alcohol is often included in many social activities, but we all know the effects of too much alcohol in one night. The headache, grogginess, and nausea are probably enough to make you give up alcohol for a short time (and perhaps even prevent you from drinking in excess again). After […]
Tooth decay (dental caries) is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases in the United States. The good news is there are ways to prevent it. Even the tiniest teeth can decay. There are habits you can start now to keep your baby’s teeth healthy. And when that first […]
Tooth loss is a common theme for nightmares and horror movies, but it’s actually a normal part of human development that can sometimes be vital for our oral health. We’ve asked two dental surgeons which teeth fall out, in what order, and why you might lose your adult teeth. In […]
Smile! It’s time to check in on your child’s pearly whites! – Dental Care for kids With so much going on in the world, it’s understandable that some routine checkups may have fallen by the wayside, and that—unfortunately— can include regular dental exams and keeping with a good dental-care routine […]