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Navigating Through Your Children's Dental Care With Less Stress

Kids need to see the dentist by the time they are a year old, or once their teeth start to grow in, whichever comes first. But just because a kid should go to the dentist doesn't meant that they actually want to go! After raising eight children of my own, I understand the challenges of child and teen dental care. From dealing with toddlers crying in the waiting room to teens needing braces and not wanting them, every parent has their own dental nightmare stories to tell. The point of this blog is to help new parents navigate through their children's dental needs with less stress and more dignity.

Hiding Bad Breath Without Getting Caught

Posted on 24 November 2015

If you just noticed your breath is less than fresh, you will most likely want to try to mask any odor before someone you come into contact with smells it themselves. Bad breath is a problem many people come across at one time or another due to their oral hygiene habits, food that was just eaten, or even as a result of an illness. Here are a few ways you can combat bad breath on the sly to help keep it under wraps until you can get yourself to a toothbrush and toothpaste. [Read More]

4 Things Parents Need To Understand About Pediatric Dental Insurance

Posted on 28 August 2015

When selecting a dentist for your child, you have many things to consider. But before you even start looking for a dentist, it is important to understand your child's dental insurance and purchase a plan that will offer the coverage your family needs. Understanding these basic trends in pediatric dental insurance will help you discuss possible treatment plans with your child's dentist.  ​Greater Transparency and Comparison Shopping Since the implementation of the Affordable Care Act in 2014, there have been many changes to both dental and overall health insurance. [Read More]

Oral Health For Men Over 40: Don't Ignore These 2 Health Problems

Posted on 17 August 2015

If you're a male who is over 40 years of age, there are some health problems you shouldn't ignore. Problems such as hyperglycemia and low calcium can inadvertently damage your teeth, gums and jawbones over time. Ignoring your doctor or dentist's advice to take certain medications, perform different exercises or eat special foods may place you at risk for tooth loss and gum disease. Here are two health problems that affect your oral health and what you can do to protect it. [Read More]

Xylitol Toothpaste: What You Need To Know

Posted on 29 July 2015

According to the American Dental Association, you should brush your teeth at least twice a day. Nonetheless, brushing your teeth is almost pointless if you don't have the right technique and you don't use the right materials. With so many types of toothpaste on the market, it's sometime difficult to know which brand and product to use. Learn more about xylitol toothpaste, and find out why this product could boost your brushing regime. [Read More]