When the scissors or other tools you need are nowhere to be found, it can be tempting to open things with your body’s own tools that are designed for cutting, tearing, and crushing — your teeth. Even though it may seem like a convenient idea to use your teeth to open things, it’s usually not … Continue reading “Things to NOT Open with Your Teeth”
Our Favorite Tooth-Friendly Holiday Gifts for Kids
With the holidays just around the corner, your children have probably already sent Santa Claus their wish list filled with toys, games, books and… oral care supplies? While maybe not at the top of their list, tooth-friendly holiday gifts are a great way to get kids excited to take care of their teeth. Not to … Continue reading “Our Favorite Tooth-Friendly Holiday Gifts for Kids”
The Role Hormones Play in Dental Health
For women, excessive amounts of hormones greatly affect appetite, mood, weight, and even dental health. At Sullivan Family Dental, it is our goal to make sure our patients are educated on all the factors that can affect their dental health. Hormones play a key role in women’s health throughout many stages of their life. During … Continue reading “The Role Hormones Play in Dental Health”
Is Thumbsucking Bad for Teeth?
Although most children stop sucking their thumbs between the ages of two and four, thumbsucking may have already taken a toll on their pearly whites. Thumbsucking is an absolutely natural reflex for infants that sometimes carries into toddlerhood, preschool years, and beyond. Will Thumbsucking Cause Only Cosmetic Dental Damage? The effects of thumbsucking are far … Continue reading “Is Thumbsucking Bad for Teeth?”
Four Helpful Tips for Teaching Kids About Oral Health
Most kids learn lessons all day long – only some of which they’re actually excited to learn. Teach a child a popular sport or how to make cookies, and you’ll receive full attention. Teach a child to eat vegetables or to take a bath, and you’ll likely receive complaints plus some rejection. Unfortunately, oral health … Continue reading “Four Helpful Tips for Teaching Kids About Oral Health”
Fun Ways to Drink More Water
Is it possible that 75% of Americans suffer from chronic dehydration? Are you one of them? Dehydration is not just bad for your body…it’s also bad for your oral health. Water strengthens your teeth, keeps your mouth clean, fights dry mouth, and is also calorie-free! Here are fun ways to drink more water. Keep Water … Continue reading “Fun Ways to Drink More Water”
5 Oral Health Tools Every Woman Should Own
Your smile is important to you. Oral health care is not only a necessary component of your beauty routine, but it is also a crucial factor in leading a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Sure you brush and floss, but are you missing something? Here are 5 important oral health tools every woman should own. 1. … Continue reading “5 Oral Health Tools Every Woman Should Own”
Bathroom Organization Tips
In the rush of getting ready in the morning for work or school, many of us misplace important items like floss and skimp on important daily routines. With a more organized bathroom, you can create a system for taking care of all your hygiene needs, including good oral health practices. Here are a few tips … Continue reading “Bathroom Organization Tips”
Why Do Teeth Feel Fuzzy?
In general, you expect your teeth to feel smooth when you run your tongue over them. Sometimes, however, you may be surprised to find they don’t feel as you expect. Instead, they have a fuzzy feel. You may wonder why your teeth feel fuzzy sometimes and if it is a sign of an issue. Let’s take a … Continue reading “Why Do Teeth Feel Fuzzy?”
3 Easy Tips to Save up for Cosmetic Dental Care
When you have a goal in mind, all you need is a plan of action to execute it. If you’re ready for some cosmetic dental care to improve your smile and your confidence, but you don’t have means to yet, then here are some ways that you can start working towards your cosmetic dental care. … Continue reading “3 Easy Tips to Save up for Cosmetic Dental Care”
