In case you’re wondering – we think you’re beautiful just the way you are. But, if your preference is for whiter teeth, then we want you to do it safely! There is a lot of misinformation out there about how to get a glowing smile. Most folks start by looking into the least-expensive way to obtain a white smile – but often that means home remedies that rely on lemon juice, activated charcoal, or other whitening no-no’s. So how safe is home … [Read more...] about How Safe is Home Whitening?
Can I Use An Antimicrobial in the Waterpik® Water Flosser?
People love mouthwash so it's only natural to want to know if you can use it in a Waterpik® Water Flosser. The good news is that yes, most antiseptic, therapeutic, and over-the-counter mouth rinses can be used in the Water Flosser. Adding a mouth rinse can provide a fresh, clean feeling that may enhance compliance. Standard Mouthwash Standard or cosmetic mouthwash neutralizes odors and freshens your breath. To use standard … [Read more...] about Can I Use An Antimicrobial in the Waterpik® Water Flosser?
Is Vaping Bad for My Teeth?
We all know tobacco products are bad for our oral health. From bad breath to gum disease and oral cancer, the science is pretty clear about its effects. For those who choose to use e-cigarettes or “vapes,” you might assume you’re making a healthier choice over traditional tobacco products, like cigarettes. That’s partially true, since there are far fewer hazardous substances in vapes. However, you’re never going to get the green light from … [Read more...] about Is Vaping Bad for My Teeth?
Gum Disease: The Infection That Is Easy To Ignore.
Imagine that you notice a sore forming on your arm. It starts out as just a red patch, but over time you see that your skin is getting thinner. The sore still doesn’t hurt, but now the area bleeds when you touch it, and you begin to see some of your bone showing through the hole that is forming in your skin. I suspect that most of us would be very alarmed by this situation and go to urgent care or the emergency room immediately. Yet, as dental … [Read more...] about Gum Disease: The Infection That Is Easy To Ignore.
Are Pacifiers Bad for Baby’s Teeth?
Call it what you will – “pacifier,” “paci,” “binky,” “moopy,” “nuk,” “fuh-fuh” – this amazing little invention has held parents’ sanity in place for generations. Babies are born with several reflexes that help them survive and one of them is sucking. This makes sense! They need to learn how to guzzle down mama’s milk (or formula) since they’re no longer connected to a continual stream of nourishment. Today we’ve got tons of adorable little … [Read more...] about Are Pacifiers Bad for Baby’s Teeth?
Charcoal Toothpaste Facts
Have you heard the buzz about all things charcoal? You’ll find it in a lot of beauty products and health products these days. The claim is that it cleanses and detoxifies. When it comes to your teeth — it’s supposed to brush away stains and give you a beautifully white smile. But is it safe and should you use it? Let’s examine the facts. Why charcoal? Activated charcoal is what you get after processing charcoal (made from things … [Read more...] about Charcoal Toothpaste Facts
