There are many dental offices that are offering buy Halloween candy from children. Some of them aim at giving the candy to soldiers or the less fortunate and others are just hoping to help the kids avoid cavities. While many parents are happy to hand over their children’s candy, most kids are just not onboard.… Read More »
No matter how well you brush, you may still have stained teeth. Stains can come from foods, drinks, smoking or certain medications and brushing alone may not be enough to get rid of them. You may want to try whitening products, but depending on the stains, they may not work either. Your dentist can perform professional… Read More »
Not everyone has dental insurance and those who don’t can sometimes struggle with affording the dental care they need. There are simple ways to make dental care more affordable. A dental health savings account is just one of the many ways that you can prepare for dental costs and now be left in a situation… Read More »
Apples are a great snack and can help you stay healthy and fit. You already know that an apple a day can keep the doctor away, but how about the dentist? Apples also contain tannins, which are good for your teeth. Tannins are believed to remove the stickiness from the gums and teeth and could help… Read More »
When you visit the dentist, he usually tells you what you need to do when you brush. Did you know there are actually things you should avoid while brushing? One of the most important things to avoid while brushing is brushing too hard. You could not only harm your teeth but your gums as well.… Read More »
Dentists know that it takes a lot to get kids interested in dental hygiene. October is National Dental Hygiene Month and November 1 is National Brush Day, making now the time to introduce kids to dental hygiene. Dr. Mike King, also known as the fifth dentist, recently published a book called “Flossopher and the Brushing… Read More »
A fisherman broke the 109 year Grand Rapids record for biggest smallmouth bass . Greg Gasiciel of Rhodes pulled in the 24.5-inch bass while fishing in Hubbard Lake in Alcona County. He caught the fish with a green grub while bait casting and the State Department of Natural Resources verified the catch and confirmed the new record.… Read More »
If you are wondering if you favorite drink is harming your teeth, just ask your dentist. Your dentist can tell you which drinks are the most acidic and are likely to remove the enamel from your television and which ones are okay. Most sodas and fruit juices are bad for your teeth and should be… Read More »
Wouldn’t it be nice if it was possible to regrow a tooth that had fallen out or been extracted? Many people lose their teeth to early in life and would love to regrow them. While humans may not be able to regrow teeth, a recent study found that fish can. The study also offered hope… Read More »
When it comes to dental care, not everyone has a way to get to the dentist. Many elderly people and people without vehicles simply cannot make it to a dentists office and often do not get the dental care they need. Mobile dentistry offers a solution to that problem. A group of student engineers in… Read More »
