Child’s First Dental Appt
I just asked some people what questions do they have concerning dentistry? I got a response from someone wanting to know when should I bring in my child for their first dental appt? The ADA (American Dental Association) suggests your child to come in for their first dental appointment by their first birthday. One way to [...]
Xylitol
Xylitol is a nonfermentable, tooth friendly, alcohol sugar. Xylitol has been around for a long time but has only recently grown in popularity. Xylitol is all natural, unlike artificial chemicals like aspartame, Splenda® and sucralose. It also differs from other sweeteners like fructose, sorbitol and glucose because its molecule has five carbon atoms instead of [...]
DRY MOUTH: HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DESERT
DRY MOUTH: HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DESERT. The first step in managing your dry mouth is understanding why you have it. It is estimated that 10% of the population has dry mouth, and that number increases with age. It is very important to understand that dry mouth is not a result of aging but increased [...]
Prevention Tactics
Our mouths are constantly under assault as we eat during the day. The foods we eat vary in acidity and directly affect the environment of our mouths. Science shows an acidic oral environment puts you at a higher risk for developing cavities. The bacteria that causes cavities thrives in an acidic environment. So what can [...]
What electric toothbrush should I buy? I’m overwhelmed!
There are many types and brands of electric toothbrushes in the marketplace these days…who hasn’t stood in front of the oral home care aisle at Wal-Mart wondering “Which is the best for me?”. Well, I can sure relate to that! Based on presonal experience, research and patient observations/feedback, I would recommend a Sonicare electric toothbrush. The [...]
What toothpaste should I use?
Have you ever found yourself in utter confusion when walking down the dental isle of your local store? I have, and I am a dental hygienist! This blog is meant to help reduce some of the confusion about toothpaste and what is right for you. . Most toothpastes are very similar, if you look [...]
Xylitol
What is xylitol? It is a sweet tasting, naturally occurring sweetener. It has one-third less calories than table sugar. It is produced from birch trees, some hardwood trees and fibrous vegetation. And the best part is, it is now researched to have many dental benefits as well. The many dental benefits xylitol offers is: reduction [...]
Rich H. loves our customer service!
Kim Anderson is wonderful – great customer service, knows her stuff and explains things well. Dr. Hughes is also great. Rich H. (Boulder, CO) 7/22/10
Getting them to brush their teeth. (Compliments of the Love and Logic Institute)
I am a love and logic parent of my 6 year old daughter and 7 year old son, and I receive a monthly newsletter from Dr. Charles Fay giving tips on parenting. This month I received a very pertinent newletter I wanted to share with you all concerning getting your children to brush their teeth. [...]
Everyone loves our hygienist, Kim.
Kim always takes the time to answer all my questions and explain things in detail. She is very personable and makes my visits very comfortable.
