Care Of Child’s Teeth

Your child's first visit to the dental office should be around his or her first birthday, but could be as early as you'd like (as soon as the first tooth…

Plaque is a film of bacteria that forms on your teeth and gums after eating foods that produce acids. These foods may include carbohydrates (starches and sugars), such as candy…

Toothbrushes today come in about as many sizes and shapes as one can imagine. There are angled heads, raised bristles, oscillating tufts and handles that change colors with use. While…

Since everyone's teeth are different, see us first before choosing a brushing technique. Here are some popular techniques that work: Use a circular motion to brush only two or three…

We recommend that you bring your baby to see me by his or her first birthday; this is generally when the first tooth comes in. Early examination and preventive care…

Technology today has produced sealants, which work by filling in the crevasses on the chewing surfaces of teeth. This shuts out food particles that could get caught, causing cavities. The…

Saliva is your body's best mechanism for fighting the destructive forces of acids formed by plaque. Saliva acts as a buffer and re-mineralizing agent. Sugarless gum is one way to…

Proper dental care begins at birth. There are many things you can do to help ensure that your child's teeth and gums start and remain healthy. From proper oral hygiene…

Mouth Rinses: Therapeutic vs. Cosmetic The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies mouth rinses into two categories – therapeutic and cosmetic. Some rinses have both attributes, while others serve only…

For decades, fluoride has been held in high regard by the dental community as an important mineral that is absorbed into and strengthens tooth enamel, and thereby helping to prevent…