Early Childhood Cavities in Orem, Utah
One of the saddest things I see in the dental office is very young kids, even infants with brand new teeth, who have severe decay problems. Almost without exception, this is caused by parents improperly using bottles at bedtime or naptime with their children and not practicing good dental hygiene habits with them. This condition […]
The Story of the Tooth Fairy
We all fondly remember wiggling our loose teeth as kids in the hopes of exchanging them for money from the tooth fairy, but did you know where this tradition came from? The Story of the Tooth Fairy The story of the tooth fairy has its roots in some pretty old European folklore. Centuries ago, when […]
Use Xylitol to Prevent Cavities
As a prevention-minded dental office, we place a lot of emphasis on patient education and promoting products that can keep your smile beautiful and cavity-free. One of the best ingredients around is xylitol, a decay preventing sweetener. What is Xylitol? Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol that cavity-causing bacteria cannot ingest. It is found in […]
Periodontal Disease
More than 50% of adults, and 75% of adults over age 35 have some form of periodontal disease. This disease is sneaky because it usually begins almost imperceptibly with no discomfort. Once it strikes, however, it can be uncomfortable, unattractive, and irreparable. Periodontal disease is commonly called “gum disease” and is a major cause for […]
Get Rid of Bad Breath
Bad breath, or halitosis in medical terminology, can be a big deal. It can be a turn off for the people around you and affect your confidence. You’d never want to go to a job interview or on a big date with a stinky mouth, so get that problem solved now. We often think of […]
Your Dentist can be your best friend in helping you get a date. Seriously.
I will concede up front that I am no relationship counselor or expert on human behavior, but according to a recent survey, your dentist apparently has a lot to do with your ability to lure that man/woman of your dreams into going on a date with you. According to data from the 2012 US Census, […]
Top 10 Ways to Break a Tooth
I feel like I’ve seen quite a few patients with broken teeth lately, so I want to address the issue and cover some of the more common reasons people crack their teeth. If you are guilty of any of the below habits, take evasive action now! We love seeing our patients frequently, but we’d rather […]
Canker Sores
I saw a young patient in my office today who came in because of pain on her tongue. When I looked in her mouth she had small sores on both the right and left sides of her tongue and she complained of pretty strong constant pain sensations that become worse anytime she chews, talks, or […]
