Braces can do amazing things for your teeth, but they can also feel difficult sometimes. All those brackets and wires add a lot of difficult spots to clean. Dental hygiene can be tough with braces, but the right tools can make it easier. Read on to learn about 5 cool...
Having a break from school, work and the day-to-day routine is great. The holidays can be a break from lots of things, but taking a break from caring for your braces is not a good idea. Here’s how to keep your routine simple and consistent. Keep These Tools Handy...
Braces are amazing, they can give you a whole new smile! But they can also complicate things a bit. From having to think through if what you’re about to eat is safe for your braces, to practicing oral hygiene by cleaning around all those brackets and wires, life with...
Brushing your teeth may be the most important part of your dental care regimen. Dentists typically recommend you brush your teeth after each meal or three times a day. That’s a lot of time spent brushing your teeth so it’s important to know the best way to go about...
If you’re thinking about straightening your smile, you’ve probably discovered that there are several options available. Which orthodontic treatment option is right for you? Are braces best? Or is Invisalign for you? Let’s dig into the advantages and disadvantages of...
Getting braces is a huge step and the beginning of monumental change for many children, teens and adults. It’s an exciting time, but it can also feel like a scary time. All of a sudden, your smile looks different! But different doesn’t mean bad. Different can mean...
Have you or your child recently started playing a contact sport? If so, you may be wondering if you should invest in a sports guard or mouth protector. Sports guards fit over your teeth and are made of flexible plastic to help provide cushion and shock absorption....
It can be difficult to remember to brush after every meal and floss every night, yet the reasons to take good care of our teeth are countless. Poor dental hygiene can lead to many problems that can be costly to treat like cavities, gum disease and discolored teeth. A...
Dental health is important. Many may associate cavities with poor dental health, and although cavities are a common concern, another concern that almost half of adults over 30 will experience is gum disease. The risks increase from there, with older adults reaching as...
Sensitive teeth can be frustrating and enigmatic. What could cause this phenomenon, and is there a way to avoid it? If you have sensitive teeth, addressing one of these causes may help you to manage your tooth sensitivity. Brushing Too Hard Brushing with harder...
