Fight Cavities Naturally With Water, Fruits And Vegetables

Water, fruits and vegetables are all praised for their health benefits, but they don't always get the recognition they should for helping teeth. While brushing, flossing are some of the best preventative measures to take against cavities, there are times when you can't brush or floss your teeth. One of the next-best options is to turn to water, fruits and vegetables, which all help fight cavities naturally. Here's why drinking water, and eating fruits and vegetables is good for your teeth. [Read More]

Spouse Doesn't Understand Why You Want A Beautiful Smile? 2 Facts That May Help Them Understand

If you want to take steps to improve your smile, but you are married and your spouse doesn't think your smile is worth the small investment, then it can be very disheartening and downright frustrating. If your spouse has a great smile or has dental issues they simply don't care about repairing, then they may not understand just how much missing, misshapen, or discolored teeth can affect a person's state of mind when they do care about the appearance of their teeth and smile. [Read More]

Dealing With Dental Emergencies

A crown pops off while eating teriyaki for lunch at the mall food court. Do you rush to the 24-hour dentist or wait until you can get an appointment with your regular dentist? Many dental issues can wait for a day or two, but some require immediate attention to prevent losing a tooth. Here are the common dental mishaps and how you might choose to handle them. 1. Chipped Tooth [Read More]

Ask Your Dentist: Can Banana Peel Whiten Your Teeth?

Americans love to bleach or whiten their teeth. In fact, people in the United States spend more than $1.4 billion every year on over-the-counter whitening products. As such, it's unsurprising that a lot of people are constantly looking for the next big thing in tooth bleaching – and some people think they have found it in a banana skin. Learn more about the effects a banana can have on your teeth, and find out if a banana peel really can help you get a whiter smile. [Read More]