Cleaning and Maintaining Teeth with Dental Sealants

Your child’s dental sealants are an inexpensive and effective way to protect the biting surface of their back teeth. Trapped food particles and plaque are blocked from having access to the enamel by the durable resin layer, painted on by your dentist. The durable resin is designed to last for several years, but the teeth still need to be included... read more »

Tips for Reducing the Chances of a Dental Emergency

Oral injuries and dental trauma can happen in your mouth just like any other part of your body. There are a few things you can do or habits to develop to help reduce the chances of a dental emergency happening. Try to avoid using your teeth as tools for biting things, like string or opening plastic bags. You should also... read more »

What Are Dental Sealants?

Dental sealants are thin, plastic, natural-looking products that cover your back molars and shield them from tooth decay and other dental issues. The sealant bonds into the crevices and grooves of your teeth, which makes it feel completely natural. This is a great way to ensure a strong and healthy smile because although thorough brushing techniques can remove food particles... read more »

7 Bad Habits Which Harm Teeth

You can keep your teeth strong and healthy by brushing them twice a day, flossing them once a day, and visiting your dentist every 6 months. You can also keep your teeth healthy by avoiding these 7 bad habits. If you smoke or chew tobacco, quit today. Tobacco irritates oral tissue, stains teeth, and increases your risk for tooth decay,... read more »

How Well do You Know Your Toothbrush?

Brushing your teeth at least twice a day is important for maintaining good dental health. But did you know that good brushing hygiene is also dependent on how you maintain and store your toothbrush? It is important to store your toothbrush in an upright position so that it can more easily dry out quickly. It is also desirable to store... read more »