Your teeth are important to you, and you want them to last for life or for as long as possible – which is why you (likely) have a regular general dentist or at least realize it would be ideal if you did have one. But your gums are no less important to oral health, and […]
Far too many U.S. adults end up with gingivitis or a more advanced form of periodontal (gum) disease like periodontitis. A large proportion of cases are preventable with good oral care and good health habits. The fact is, gum health is much more important than most Americans realize. There are strong correlations between gum and […]
Good oral health is a goal that all of us should share, and the good news is it is practical and attainable. There are specific steps that almost anyone can take that will immediately start steering your oral and dental health in the right direction. Maybe you have poor oral health currently. Or maybe you […]
You may not realize it, but practicing good dental hygiene with a daily oral health regimen is just as important with dental appliances as with your natural teeth and gums. When you have dental implants put in, for example, you need to care for them in the same way as your original teeth. In fact, […]
In a previous blog, we shared some dental hygiene tips for seniors. Here, we want to look at the opposite end of the spectrum and talk about how parents can promote good dental hygiene in their children. It’s no secret that it can be difficult to get small children to take good care of their […]
