Although one of the well recognized benefits of orthodontic treatments is a straight and beautiful smile, it has other benefits that impact far more than how we look. Having straightened teeth could influence more than the look of your smile, but can also affect other...
There are many precious firsts in your child’s life. First food, first word, first tooth. You know the power of making memories with your child as they experience each first, so why not make one more? If you ever have wondered: “When should my baby visit the dentist?”...
Lorem Ipsum has been the industry's standard dummy text ever since the 1500s, when an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book. It has survived not only five centuries, but also the leap into electronic typesetting, remaining...
Some of us know mouth sores and canker sores all too well. You feel one coming on and you know you're doomed for a week of painful eating and brushing, and sometimes downright misery. But what remedies can treat these unwanted sores, and potentially prevent them from...
Called xerostomia by the professional name-givers, dry mouth occurs when saliva production is halted or inhibited. Dry mouth can be caused by several different factors, and it’s often an side effect of medication. More than being an inconvenience, a chronically dry...
Methemoglobinemia — quite the mouthful, isn’t it? But what exactly is this condition, and why should it concern you, especially in a dental setting? Methemoglobinemia is a rare blood disorder where an abnormal amount of methemoglobin is produced. Methemoglobin is a...
The way we watch television shows is forever changed thanks to streaming services. Not only can you now catch up on your favorite show all in one go (that is, if you have eight hours to spare), but so many shows are now at your fingertips any time you want. Netflix...
Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, as it’s known in the United States, is best known today for its carnival atmosphere complete with beads, booze and raucous partying. But did you know that the Mardi Gras tradition dates back over three centuries? Early History of Mardi Gras...
Ever wanted to try your hand at the fine art of Yo-yo? Maybe you have a little one at home who’s had his interest piqued by a YouTube video. If you’re looking for a fun and different way to spend a Saturday afternoon, then why not check out a yo-yo class? It’s...
For several years, people have argued over whether or not fluoridation of public water sources is safe and has the best interests of the public in mind. Water fluoridation is the addition of chemical fluoride to community water supplies for the sake of reducing the...
