Why Do We Have Baby Teeth

Have you ever wondered why we have baby teeth? Some people might be tempted to think baby teeth don’t matter since we lose them eventually, but our starter set of teeth, known as milk teeth or “deciduous” teeth, are actually very important. Purpose of Baby Teeth Since humans are mammals, we are born with twenty […]

Home Dental Fads That Are Actually Harmful

Plenty of us are always on the hunt for DIY hacks or cheaper alternatives. There’s nothing wrong with being budget-savvy, but when it comes to your dental health, it’s important to be wary of the home remedies you find online. Some of these dental fads can actually end up causing long-term damage to your teeth […]

How to Prevent Tooth Decay From Too Much Halloween Candy

Halloween is one of the biggest holidays of the year and one of the main focuses is, you guessed it, candy! Sugar consumption in general can pose a problem for kiddos, especially for younger children who may not have developed the best brushing habits yet. Understanding the dangers of Halloween candy and tooth decay is […]

What Kind of Teeth Do Black Bears Have?

Fruits and nuts and leaves of all kinds… Did you know that black bears eat more than just meat? That’s right, these ‘carnivores’ are actually omnivores like us and have similar teeth.  In fact, the smallest North American bear has a very opportunistic diet. What they eat depends on what’s easily available and that changes with […]

Easy Back to School Braces Care for Kids

With summer growing to an all-too-soon close, now would be the perfect time for you to discuss proper dental care during the school day with your children who are wearing braces. This is especially important for children who are going to school for the first time with braces. Fortunately, wearing braces at school doesn’t have to […]

Diet and Nutrition: How to Prevent Dental Problems

Hippocrates said it best: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Good health starts with smart and healthy food choices. What we eat affects everything from our internal health to the glow of our skin and fullness of our hair as well as the strength of our teeth. Making daily efforts to stay […]

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