A smile is a powerful thing. It can brighten someone’s day or even boost your mood. The act itself releases feel-good hormones in your brain.But when you are plagued with mental illness or poor oral health—or a combination of both—it can be hard to …

During the early months of the pandemic and related closures, your child may have had a dentist appointment postponed. But now, the office is calling to reschedule that visit. You might be wondering if it is a good idea to visit the dentist right …

Did you know that about 30 million children in the U.S. participate in an organized sport program? Sporting activities are a great form of exercise that help with team building skills and promote confidence in youth, but they also pose a great risk …

According to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 40 percent of kids ages 3 to 6 use too much toothpaste. The CDC states that fluoride found in toothpaste prevents dental tooth decay (caries or …

So I'm standing next to one of my boys playing Foosball on the same side of the table - cause mom needs all the help she can get on this--and I notice the smell. It drifts in and out of range but is definitely a smell and it is bad. I don't …

“Why do baby teeth matter? They fall out anyways, right?” I hear this question on a daily basis at the dental clinic. The truth is that baby teeth DO matter! Primary teeth, or baby teeth, are very important to a child’s physical, emotional, and …

Teething. Every kid goes though it and yet, it’s universally misunderstood. Poor teething. It gets blamed for just about everything and probably causes very few symptoms. I thought I would clear up some of these misconceptions and I asked …

Brushing your teeth not only prevents cavities, but it also can help improve your overall health! Good dental health is critical for everyone, regardless of age. It's important to remember that the health of you and your children’s teeth and …

You pick the most annoying noise in the world: a) Nails on a chalk board. b) 6 a.m. alarm clocks. c) Your child’s teeth grinding. Sorry that there’s no “all of the above.” Around 25 percent of kids grind their teeth at some point. It …

The earlier parents introduce tooth brushing to their child, the earlier a habit of taking care of his or her teeth begins. “Proper dental care actually begins before the baby’s first tooth appears,” said Tonya Fuqua, DDS, director for the Save a …