Our mouths need dental care day and night, and it’s important to find a way to make that happen. Brushing and flossing with arthritis in the hands can be painful, but avoiding daily care only leads to more pain. Ignoring oral health leads to gum disease, cavities and even losing … [Read more...]
Healthy Outdoor Smiles | How to Have Good Oral Health While Camping [INFOGRAPHIC]
Keep all mouths in your family healthy while camping, RVing, or away from home this summer with our expert tips on outdoor oral care: Brushing with bottled water is a healthy way to keep plaque at bay while out in the wild. If clean running water isn’t available, you can … [Read more...]
Healthy Snack Swaps for July 4th – and All Summer Long [INFOGRAPHIC]
When the fourth of July rolls around each summer, BBQ ingredients and red-white-and-blue desserts can start to pop up all around us. At the grocery store, at work, and especially during summer cook-outs, the 4th of July party food ideas aren’t always the healthiest. We’ve made a … [Read more...]
Music Playlists for Dentists
Fear about visiting the dentist is common. And for many, the sounds of the dentist office can be the trigger for that uneasiness. So, how can the dentist office help patients feel comfortable? With a fantastic playlist of course. The American Dental … [Read more...]
Get Familiar with Dental Tools and Their Uses
Dental tools can be intimidating. An estimated 9% to 20% of Americans shy away from seeing an oral health provider because of anxiety, which can be triggered by the tools that are used. Fear of needles, fear of the dentist’s chair, fear of dental tools and their uses, and even … [Read more...]