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Taking Care Of Our Furry Friends Smiles
Quick Summary 70 percent of cats and 80 percent of dogs develop oral disease by age two or three, making daily toothbrushing and preventive care essential for your pet. Daily brushing with pet-specific toothpaste, annual veterinary cleanings, nutritious food, and chew...
February Is Children’s Dental Health Month
Quick Summary Tooth decay affects 1 in 5 children ages 5 to 11 in the US but is 100 percent preventable with consistent brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings. Scheduling your child's first dental visit before age 1 and requesting preventive treatments like...
A Brief History Of Dental Floss And Flossing
Quick Summary Dental floss was introduced in 1815 by American dentist Levi Spear Parmly using waxen silk thread, but didn't become widely used until the mid-20th century when Dr. Charles C. Bass developed more durable nylon floss during World War II. Today you can...
How Your Oral Health And Overall Health Are Linked
Quick Summary Gum disease is linked to serious health conditions including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, with up to 91 percent of heart disease patients also having periodontal disease. Inflammation from oral bacteria is believed to be the primary connection...
Is Chewing Gum Good Or Bad For Your Teeth?
Quick Summary Sugar-free chewing gum strengthens your teeth by increasing saliva flow, which neutralizes acids and delivers calcium and phosphate to tooth enamel. Chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes after meals can help prevent tooth decay, and gum containing xylitol...
Don’t Be Fooled By Fruit Juice
Quick Summary Fruit juice contains as much or more sugar than soda and is highly acidic, a combination that weakens tooth enamel and fuels cavity-causing bacteria in children's developing teeth. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry recommends limiting...
Some Of History’s Fun And Bizarre Dental Stories
Quick Summary This page is a light, trivia-style roundup of surprising stories where teeth and dentistry show up in history and pop culture, from politics and relics to inventions and celebrity tooth tales. It mixes fun facts (like a famous tooth selling for about...
How To Make Flossing A Priority For Your Child
Quick Summary Flossing should start as soon as your child has two teeth that touch, and you'll need to help them until around age 10 or 11 when they develop enough dexterity to floss independently. Without flossing, 35 percent of tooth surfaces remain uncleaned,...
Do Dental Fillings Last Forever?
Quick Summary Dental fillings do not last forever, and their lifespan depends on filling type, size, materials used, and your oral hygiene habits. Dentists check fillings at six-month appointments for wear and decay underneath, replacing them with tooth-colored...
The Giving Season Is Upon Us
Quick Summary McOmie Family Dentistry shared a recap of its Veteran’s Free Day project, where the team volunteered on days off to provide free dental care for veterans, including cleanings, fillings, extractions, and full X-rays. The event was promoted only through...
Top four baby teeth myths BUSTED!
Quick summary Baby teeth hold space for permanent teeth to grow straight, support proper face structure, and ensure good nutrition. Children with cavities in baby teeth are three times more likely to develop cavities in adult teeth. You should start cleaning your...
How Much Calcium Do We Need For Healthy Teeth?
Quick Summary Calcium strengthens teeth, repairs enamel, and makes them more resistant to decay by coating teeth in a protective film that wards off harmful acids and bacteria. Daily calcium needs range from 500-800 mg for young children to 1,300 mg for teens and...