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DIY Teeth Straightening: Dangerous TikTok Trends

July 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Discover the risks of DIY teeth straightening trends on TikTok and learn why using rubber bands, shaving teeth, and removing braces at home can lead to permanent oral damage.

TikTok has become a powerhouse in the social media landscape not just due to its funny and relatable user-generated videos but also because of its ability to quickly spread viral trends and challenges. Many trends on TikTok are harmless. However, those that can have a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

Preparing for Open Enrollment: Dental Insurance

July 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Dental insurance open enrollment is approaching fast. Are you ready for it? Use this guide when preparing for dental insurance open enrollment.

Dental insurance open enrollment is approaching fast. Are you ready for it? Open enrollment refers to a period of time, typically near the end of the year, in which you can add benefits for the first time or make changes to your current insurance plans and employee benefits. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

Dangerous TikTok Trends: DIY Teeth Whitening

June 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Charcoal toothpaste and lemon juice are some of the latest DIY teeth-whitening trends on TikTok. Learn about the risks of these trends and discover safe, dentist-approved methods for achieving a whiter smile.

In today's digital world, it's easy to fall into the trap of trusting everything you see online. Recently, the social media powerhouse TikTok has emerged as a dominant player with its rapid growth and influential nature. While this popular platform has its fair share of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

Top Reasons You Need to Visit Your Dentist

May 22, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

We all know that scheduling our next dentist appointment is something we should do, but it can be easy to want to push these visits to the bottom of your to-do list. Regular visits to your dentist are crucial not only for your oral health but also for your overall health and well-being.

We all know that scheduling our next dentist appointment is something we should do, but with busy schedules, day-to-day tasks, and sometimes simply a lack of motivation, it can be easy to want to push these visits to the bottom of your to-do list. However, regular visits to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

How to Prioritize Your Oral Health for Oral Health Month

May 22, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

To maintain your oral health, pay attention to your diet, keep a consistent oral health routine, only use your teeth for chewing, wear protective oral health gear when needed, and visit your dentist regularly.

Did you know that June is National Oral Health Month? To celebrate, we’ll show you how to prioritize your oral health with some helpful tips. To maintain a healthy mouth, we suggest filling your home with tooth-friendly foods and limiting those that damage your teeth. It’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Dental Benefits, Health and Fitness, Oral Health

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