by DARCY543HAM | May 21, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
A Custom Mouthguard Can Save Your Smile PROTECTION DURING sports and other extreme activities can potentially save your teeth and gums from serious, or permanent damage. Cheap over-the-counter mouthguards may seem appealing because of the low price tag, but without...
by DARCY543HAM | May 21, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Flossing Is Essential To Your Oral Hygiene WE’VE MENTIONED IT TIME AND TIME AGAIN… Flossing is an essential part of good oral hygiene. Many people don’t see the need for flossing when they already brush their teeth; others simply hate the task. We understand that it...
by DARCY543HAM | May 21, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Pets Need Their Teeth Brushed Too! DID YOU KNOW THAT FEBRUARY is Pet Dental Health Month? That’s right! Your pets need their teeth taken care of too! While their teeth don’t require quite as much attention as ours do, your pet’s teeth still need a little tender loving...
by DARCY543HAM | May 21, 2022 | Blog, General Dentistry
When Your Toothbrush Isn’t Handy, Reach For Scrubber Foods! WE’VE ALL BEEN IN SITUATIONS WHERE we’ve wished we had a toothbrush—but didn’t. Perhaps it was on a recent camping trip. Perhaps it was right after lunch, on a day when you were headed into an important...
by DARCY543HAM | May 20, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Ice Cravings: A Sign Of Something More? DO YOU EVER WONDER WHY many people enjoy chewing their leftover ice after finishing a nice refreshing drink? It may surprise you to learn that the cool crunch of the ice may not be the only thing drawing people to chew those...
by DARCY543HAM | May 20, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
What Causes Bad Breath? LET’S JUST SAY IT… bad breath is unpleasant. And yet we’ve all suffered from it. Sometimes, however, it’s worse than others. You may wonder, what causes bad breath? And perhaps more importantly, what is the best way to prevent it? Bad breath,...
by DARCY543HAM | May 20, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Considerations For Dental Patients With Special Needs FOR BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, dental care can be challenging. In some cases, limited coordination can make brushing and flossing tricky. In other cases there may be less access to professional...
by DARCY543HAM | May 20, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Saying Goodbye To Your Old Toothbrush THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION STRONGLY SUGGESTS that we replace our toothbrushes every 3–4 months for maximum effectiveness. Know When To Say Goodbye Take a close look at your toothbrush bristles. Are they frayed? Smashed?...
by DARCY543HAM | May 20, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Why You May Need To See The Dentist More Frequently GOING TO THE DENTIST TWICE A YEAR, while a good rule of thumb, is not necessarily fitting for everyone. Depending on certain lifestyle choices and medical conditions, some people need to see their dentist even more...
by DARCY543HAM | May 20, 2022 | Blog, General Dentistry
How A Little Sunshine Helps Our Teeth WHO DOESN’T LOVE A LITTLE SUNSHINE? Not only does it feel fantastic, but it also has numerous health benefits. Sunshine improves our mood, our immune functions, and catalyzes vitamin D production in our bodies. Vitamin D Is...
