Brushing your teeth is extremely important for the health of your gums, teeth, and even plays a role in the health of your whole body. While the practice is now quite common, would you be surprised to learn that there are a few things many of us could do better when it comes to brushing? You should brush your teeth... read more »

It’s a pretty common occurrence for anyone to eat a meal or a snack and get something stuck between their teeth. Usually you can play with it with your tongue or swish it with your beverage and it comes loose. However, there are times when a tough piece of food, like a popcorn hull, fruit peel or seed can get... read more »

Have you ever had to deal with bad breath? As you know, virtually everyone has. But when your breath isn’t as fresh as you would like, what do you do? If you reach for a breath mint or chewing gum to help your breath, you may want to reconsider--especially if you have to cover bad breath regularly. In reality, using... read more »

Did you know that it is the 200th birthday of the invention of modern floss this year? Floss is imperative in maintaining oral health, and it also has an interesting history too. Learn more about the invention of floss below. Before Floss Invention Before floss, what did people use to clean between their teeth? Evidence shows that some prehistoric peoples... read more »

What is your dental IQ? We’re happy to report that our patients are very well-informed about matters pertaining to their oral health. In fact, it seems that many people know a lot more about taking care of their teeth than they realize. Put your knowledge to the test, and try our dental quiz below. It’s fun! (The answers can be... read more »