Rinsing with Water After Brushing When you rinse your mouth out with water, you also rinse away the fluoride that is meant to strengthen your teeth. So, instead of rinsing, …
WHEN SHOULD I START BRUSHING MY CHILD’S TEETH?
Toothbrushing: The gold standard for good oral health and a life skill that should be taught early. Brushing helps to remove plaque, which can cause tooth decay if not removed. …
Sugar and Your Teeth: Facts & Fiction
Do you have a sweet tooth? For those who love sweets, they may be surprised to know that sugars are not the main cause of tooth decay (cavities). Everyday, there …
How Does a Dentists Fix a Cracked Tooth?
Fractured teeth are a common part of dentistry. Sometimes patients are immediately aware that they have broken a tooth while others do not know until they have pain. Tooth fractures …
Electric Toothbrushes vs. Manual Toothbrushes
Should I use a manual or electric toothbrush? Brushing is the gold standard of good oral homecare. Most of us brush daily without much thought to it because it has …
When Can My Child Start Using Regular Toothpaste
Toothbrushing: The gold standard for good oral health and a life skill that should be taught early. Brushing helps to remove plaque, which can cause tooth decay if not removed. …
How often should I go to the dentist?
When you think about going to the dentist, do you usually think of visiting every six months for a cleaning and check-up? While regular dental visits twice a year are …
Why You Should Say ‘YES’ to Fluoride Treatments
When you think of a fluoride treatment at a dental visit, do you think that it is something just for kids? Well, you might be surprised to learn that fluoride …
Mechanicsburg Water Supplier to Remove Fluoride from Drinking Water
Recently, a major local water company that provides public drinking water to residents in the Mechanicsburg area announced that it will remove fluoride from the water supply as it begins …
Three Easy Steps to a Whiter Smile
Remember that smile from 10 years ago? Over time, teeth naturally darken. With our help, we can help you rejuvenate your smile with one of the simplest procedures in dentistry …