The last thing a parent wants to hear at the dentist is that his or her kid has a bunch of cavities. Not only are fillings and additional expense, but most parents feel a certain amount of guilt when their children have cavities. In reality, cavities are common and can pop up in children and...
Following June’s designation as National Candy Month, it’s time to celebrate National Ice Cream Day on the third Sunday of July. (In fact, the entire month of July is National Ice Cream Month.) One might think that with all these sweets, August might be National Cavity Month. You’ll be happy to learn that there are...
The National Confectioners Association has named June as National Candy Month. Kids everywhere might rejoice, but their parents will likely lament the potential dental bills. While it’s true that eating a lot of candy can be bad for your teeth, is it really that big of a concern? Does eating candy really lead to cavities?...
Parents usually mean well, especially when it comes to our health. But sometimes, they just didn’t know any better. Many dental patients end up following dental advice from their parents for decades, not realizing that the information has been debunked or disproved since the time they were kids. Recently, the Dental Health Society went around...
During the holidays, many people worry about ruining their diets. But few people worry about how all those festive treats can impact their teeth. Is it possible to enjoy all those goodies without compromising your dental health? What are some of the holiday foods that will wreck your teeth? Cavity Causing Cookies It’s the time...
Unlike a root canal procedure which may take two or more visits to the dentist, having a cavity filled only takes one. The dentist puts in the filling and sends you on your way. Ordinarily, no follow up visits are necessary when you have a cavity filled. There are some things patients should and should...
Brushing your teeth doesn’t take much time or effort, but it sometimes feels like a chore. There are several brushing myths that might make you think you can skip this important part of your daily routine. It is important to know the facts – not only for your dental health, but for your physical health...