We’ve all been there before — standing in the oral care aisle trying to decide which toothbrush to buy. What should be an easy decision has turned out to be an exercise in analysis paralysis. With all these choices, how do you decide what is the best toothbrush? While there isn’t a best toothbrush, there […]
From Toddler to Teen, How Should Your Child’s Oral Care Habits Change Based On Age?
Being a family dental practice that serves parents and caretakers who have children of all ages, we know how many questions there can be about the best way to help kids develop great oral care habits. We particularly love it when we can help kids approach dental care with pride and excitement, rather than dread—like […]
Top 5 Ways to Prevent Dry Mouth
Dry mouth occurs when your salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva to keep your mouth at the ideal moisture level. There are many possible causes, including aging, medications, cancer treatments, some autoimmune diseases, and more. Prescriptions medications are available to help with the symptoms by encouraging saliva production, but they often have side effects that […]
Numbness After Dental Treatment: How Long Does It Last?
For patients nervous about seeing the dentist, their anxiety often stems from fear of pain. Luckily, modern dentistry has progressed and we now have better tools, medicine, and technology to minimize or completely dull pain during major procedures. But when it comes to numbness after dental treatment, how long it lasts can also be a […]