Tips and Tricks


5 Smart Tips to Overcome Dental Anxiety

​About 20 percent of patients simply dread visiting the dentist, according to WebMD. As sad as this makes us (because we love helping our patients so much!), we understand. For many …

Dry Mouth in the Morning? Causes & Home Remedies

​Waking up every morning with a mouth as dry as sandpaper can be quite frustrating. The good news is, this is something you can fix relatively easily. Read on to …

5 Common Habits that Negate Proper Teeth Care

You probably already know that not brushing your teeth and not flossing regularly can cause dental problems. Well, that is absolutely true, but those are not the only ways you …

Flossing Through History

Do you love learning about the history of people, places and products? If so, you might be interested in learning about where and when dental floss became an essential part …

Teeth Beware: Pumpkin Spice Lattes Are Back

What is the most well-known sign that fall is coming these days? Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte! Even though the official start to fall isn’t until September 22, this year, Starbucks’ …

Keep Teeth Healthy This School Year

​It’s August and back-to-school season is in full swing across the nation. Everyone is filling their shopping carts with markers, pencils and new backpacks. Parents are taking children to get …

DIY Dentistry Can Be Dangerous and Ridiculous

It’s no secret that YouTube is full of dumb and dangerous ideas, considering the recent Tide Pod challenge that made headlines. One such idea is so dangerous that teens have …

May Is Better Sleep Month

Every May, the Better Sleep Council, or BSC, sponsors Better Sleep Month with an aim to raise awareness about how poor sleep, especially on a regular basis, can negatively affect …

Choosing the Right Tools for Your Teeth

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. It’s also probably one of the first things you notice about others. Taking care of your teeth is …

Yoga Spreads Relaxation All the Way Down to DNA

Americans are busier than ever. Today’s modern professionals are all juggling more than ever before. Pressures run high to be the best, the brightest, the most qualified for the job …