If your child has ever asked you about the tooth fairy, you may find yourself at a loss. Santa’s origins, both mythical and factual, are well documented, but when it comes to the tooth fairy, there is little explanation. You may quickly come up with an answer (after all, what are parents for?), but you […]
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All Flash and No Floss?
February 28, 2014
According to the American Dental Association (and every dentist you’ve ever met), flossing is the best, most effective way to remove food particles and harmful plaque from between your teeth. Yet, despite the importance of this practice, only 50.5% of Americans floss every day. Some people feel they’re simply too busy to floss or don’t […]
Bye-Bye, Sugar: A Dietary Approach to Optimal Oral Health
February 25, 2014
We all know that brushing, flossing, and going to regular dental checkups can help us enjoy fresher breath and a healthier, more attractive smile. Diet also plays a major role in your oral health. While you probably know that cutting down on how many cookies you munch after meals or sodas you chug throughout the […]
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The What, How, and Why of Composite Resin
February 20, 2014
Composite resin dental restorations have been around since the 1960s, but didn’t become widely used in the U.S. until the 1990s. In the years since, composite resin fillings have made mercury amalgam all but obsolete. Today, we’re answering essential questions about this backbone of the holistic dental practice. […]
Three Steps to Help Your Child Become a Smile Superstar
February 18, 2014
Helping your child grow up healthy includes setting the stage for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. While you can take the at-home dental hygiene reins for a few years, by the time your child reaches school age, he or she needs to take more responsibility for daily brushing and flossing. Motivating your child […]
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