When I was first pregnant with Hayley, I remember combing through any information I could find: How should I exercise? What should I buy? And most importantly: how can I make sure I’m doing everything I can to keep my baby healthy? Research has shown that what you eat while pregnant may affect your baby – and how it’s important to maintain proper gut health when … [Read more...]
Movemints Clear Aligner Mints
This post is brought to you by Movemints and The Motherhood. All opinions are my own and not swayed by outside sources. As a dentist that treats a lot of kids and with a husband who is an orthodontist, we always get asked about clear aligner and clear aligner costs. Of course, we are huge proponents of clear aligners in our household and my husband is a … [Read more...]
Gingivitis vs Periodontitis: What’s the difference?
*The below article, Gingivitis vs Periodontitis: What's the difference?, is a sponsored post. * The real question is Gingivitis vs Periodontitis: What's the difference? when talking about dental diseases. Our mouths, teeth, and gums are among our most precious resources. There isn’t a person alive who doesn’t use these tools daily to talk, eat or … [Read more...]
A Healthy Smile is the Gateway to Overall Health!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the American Dental Association. A healthy smile is the gateway to overall health. Healthy teeth and gums are directly related to overall health. Healthy teeth and gums are an important part of overall health. Unhealthy mouths can be uncomfortable and can interfere with eating the foods you enjoy. If you … [Read more...]
What It Has Taken To Become a Female Dentist!
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #StrengthHasNoGender #CollectiveBias This past week marked a big milestone in my career. It was 9 years since I was first hired to be a dentist at my current job and 13 years since I walked across the stage to receive my DMD (Doctor of Dental … [Read more...]
This Dentist Loves to Give Back During Give Kids A Smile Day!
*This post was sponsored by Give Kids A Smile as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.* As most of you know I am a blogger but I am also a community health center dentist, primarily treating kids. I started out my dental career working at one of the most affluent dentist offices in Boston, MA. … [Read more...]
Plackers- There is a NEW kids FLOSSER in town-Dual Grip Fruit Smoothie Swirl Kids’ Flossers!
As a dentist, I love learning about new products that not only better my children but also my patients. Anything that will up their oral hygiene, I am an advocate of. That is why I love to be able to talk to you about Plackers. *compensation and product given in exchange for posting and all opinions are my own and not swayed by outside sources. * Plackers® … [Read more...]
As a dentist, I always make sure to Give Extra.. Get Extra!
As a dentist, I am on my feet all day long. From morning to night, I am on my feet and the pain can be real! I have tried so many different tactics to deal with pain but the answer was there all along-a good pair of insoles for plantar fascitis. The minute I put these into my sneakers, the pain melts away. Then I can help my kid patients deal with the … [Read more...]
Orajel™ Kids Oral Health for Kids + Smilestones Giveaway #SmileStones
*This is a sponsored post with Orajel™ Kids. All my opinions are my own and not swayed by outside sources. * As a dentist and mom, I always recommend Orajel Kids products to parents. Orajel Kids makes products that help ease the discomfort of teething, help kids learn to brush, and make oral health generally easier on children and parents alike. My youngest … [Read more...]