by DARCY543HAM | May 24, 2022 | Blog
Effects of Smoking on the Mouth Smoking Using tobacco can harm your mouth, including your teeth and gums, in a number of ways. There is NO safe form of tobacco—using it produces many problems and risk factors, from tooth discoloration and gum disease to throat, lung,...
by DARCY543HAM | May 24, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
This Smartphone App Makes 2-Minute Brushing Fun! FEW OF US ARE EVER SEEN WITHOUT our smartphone in hand. We love our devices because they make our lives easier! But did you know that your smartphone can also help you keep good oral hygiene habits? How Long Do YOU...
by DARCY543HAM | May 24, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Is Chilly Weather Hurting Your Teeth? WE MAY FEEL the dropping temperature in our toes, but we shouldn’t be feeling it in our teeth! Some of us experience a shock of pain as we breathe in the crisp air, or sip some hot chocolate. Tooth sensitivity tends to manifest in...
by DARCY543HAM | May 24, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Social Media Helps Us All Smile IT MIGHT NOT SEEM SO AT FIRST, but a dental practice is all about relationships—relationships between our team members and our relationships with YOU, our valued patients and friends. When we stop to think about the things we do each...
by DARCY543HAM | May 24, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Snacking Tips To Keep Your Child’s Smile Healthy GOOD NUTRITION IS ESSENTIAL for a child’s healthy growth and development. It’s also important for their dental health! A good diet can help your child build strong, healthy teeth, while poor eating...
by DARCY543HAM | May 23, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Oral Health And Hearing: Brushing Is Music To Our Ears HAVE YOU EVER HEARD your favorite music performed live? You likely noticed things that often don’t come across in a low-quality recording—the exact texture of the instruments and richness of the sound, for...
by DARCY543HAM | May 23, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Teeth Are An Important Part Of Digestion CHEWING IS THE FIRST STEP in digestion! But chewing our food only enough to swallow it down doesn’t count. If you’re rushing proper chewing—especially if it’s due to dental distress—you’re robbing yourself of some important...
by DARCY543HAM | May 23, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
General Physicians Are Putting Renewed Focus On Oral Exams YOUR MOUTH SAYS A LOT… Even when you’re not speaking. It can tell us if you’ve been brushing and flossing. It also provides clues about your overall health. Dentists have been aware of this for a long...
by DARCY543HAM | May 23, 2022 | Blog, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Brush Up On Some Toothbrush History WITH ALL THE AMAZING technology we see today, it’s easy to overlook the small wonders of the world—like the toothbrush! This small, but remarkable invention is the staple of our oral hygiene and health. Join us on a journey...
by DARCY543HAM | May 23, 2022 | Blog, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Don’t Like To Floss? Here Are Some Helpful Ideas WE KNOW SOME OF YOU DON’T LIKE TO FLOSS. You may be surprised to hear us say, “we understand!” Flossing each day can be difficult. Perhaps you have sensitive gums, your mouth is small, or you feel like floss wrapped...
