Dental office safety protocols amid the pandemic
As we continue to adjust our lives to the Coronavirus pandemic, it can be difficult to schedule routine dental appointments. Since it is impossible to have a thorough dental [...]
Children’s Dental Health Month: How to keep your kids smiling
It’s children’s dental health month, let’s celebrate! As your child gets to the age of learning how to brush their teeth, it’s important to establish other healthy habits to [...]
Don’t skip your dental appointment: It may protect against COVID-19 complications
Studies have shown a direct link between periodontitis and respiratory conditions. Periodontitis is a gum disease that damages the gums and can potentially destroy the jaw bone if left [...]
Do your teeth hurt when you eat sweets? Here’s why
Are you noticing a sensitivity in your teeth every time you indulge in a sweet treat or drink? Too much sugar and not enough consistent oral hygiene can be [...]
What is teledentistry?
So much has changed since March 2020 when COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. The world has forever changed because of this virus. One big change in particular has been [...]
Dental health care is vital for public health
We are quickly approaching the one year mark of the official declaration of COVID-19 as a pandemic. With it comes experience with better understanding this new virus and what [...]
What to do about black triangles in your teeth
Have you noticed tiny black gaps in between your teeth? They may seem like a miniscule problem in your oral hygiene, but they are actually a bigger problem than [...]
What is the difference between plaque and tartar?
Plaque and tartar go hand in hand. Plaque, if left untreated, will turn into tartar. Knowing the difference between the two can help to keep your teeth and gums [...]
Teeth grinding has increased during the pandemic
Have you noticed any jaw pain in the recent weeks and months? With COVID-19 stressors increasing, you may be grinding your teeth in your sleep! With the stress of [...]
Dental care should continue during second surge of COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to spread in our society, reaching a second surge of cases, the topic of dentistry comes up quite often. Can dentists and oral health professionals practice [...]