February is Gum Disease Awareness month, a timely reminder that preventing gum disease is one of the best ways to protect our oral health. Gum disease is easily treated in its earliest stages. Left untreated, the progressive nature of gum disease makes it one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults. Let’s take a moment…
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Our pets are a valued part of the family, but dogs and cats are not regularly known for their minty-fresh breath. Did you know that bad breath can be a sign of a more serious dental problem for your furry companion? If you live with a pet or two, you’ll want to brush up on…
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April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering some dental side effects as well. When you have pollen allergies, pollen triggers your body’s immune system to release histamines. Histamines are part of the…
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First word, first step, first day of school—these firsts are milestones every parent celebrates. And one of the earliest and most precious milestones is your baby’s first real smile! Keep that smile beaming and healthy from infancy to young adulthood with the help of dental milestones. These breakthrough events mark significant stages in oral development, and…
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