A Better Smile Family Dentistry Blog
What Does It Take to Be a Dentist?
September 1, 2021
As a patient, you may wonder exactly what qualifications you need in order to poke around other people’s mouths! Many people don’t know exactly how much time and preparation goes into learning dentistry.
Three Ways to Prevent Bad Breath
August 25, 2021
Bad breath can be a notoriously sneaky and therefore embarrassing issue. You might not even know you have bad breath until your loved ones are ducking away when you go in for a kiss!
Do Charcoal Teeth Whitening Products Work?
August 18, 2021
One of the most popular ones we’ve seen lately is using activated charcoal paste to whiten teeth. Some video bloggers are claiming amazing teeth whitening effects, but many patients are wondering whether this technique really works.
Three Bad Habits That Are Terrible for Your Teeth
August 11, 2021
Oral bad habits and compulsions continue into later childhood or develop in adulthood, which can pose risks to your dental health. Here are a few habits that you should nip in the bud.
Interpreting the Rainbow of Tooth Stain Colors
August 5, 2021
While tooth stains don't come in all the colors of the rainbow, they come in a few, and they each may mean something different about the condition of your smile and what you can do about it.
Three Dental Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
July 29, 2021
Your mouth has many ways of letting you know that something has changed or may be wrong. Nevertheless, when we ask patients whether anything is bothering them about their smile
Even More Ways You’re Brushing Your Teeth Wrong
July 21, 2021
As something we all do everyday, it might be surprising that many people do not brush their teeth correctly. While doing it wrong is a lot better than not doing it at all, brushing your teeth correctly can help prevent tooth decay
Why Lasers Are Used in Dentistry
July 14, 2021
The use of lasers in dentistry may sound a bit like science fiction, but it's actually scientific fact! Laser technology was first applied to dentistry in the early 1960s and has been gaining popularity ever since.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
July 7, 2021
With dental implants becoming a more and more popular solution to replace missing teeth, it's fair to ask: how long do dental implants last? The short answer is that dental implants can last a lifetime. Here's the long answer.
The Top Sugar-Free Food That Can Rot Your Teeth
September 5, 2019
Sodas should only be an occasional treat (like a cupcake or a candy bar), not your main source of hydration or caffeine. To get around this issue and still enjoy a sweet drink, many people turn to sugar-free varieties. The only problem is that sugar-free sodas can cause tooth decay too!