Cleaning your tongue is so important to your overall oral health. Of course, brushing helps keep tartar and plaque to a minimum on your teeth between routine cleanings, and that's important to help keep your gums in order. However, there are other oral health factors besides plaque and tartar - namely bacteria. The bulk of oral bacteria actually lives on the back … [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...]
Taking Small Steps To Make a Big Difference in My Life!
*This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DailyRepairDifference #CollectiveBias. I am working with Colgate Total® products to bring you this post. * Life has been great lately between working my two jobs as a dentist, as well as a blogger. Life has also been great with my three beautiful … [Read more...]
Orbit for Kids is Part of My Kid’s Oral Care Regime!
**I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Orbit for Kids. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.** All day long, I treat kids in my dental office and stress to them the importance of brushing and flossing. I then go home and do the same stressing (or perhaps … [Read more...]
Promoting Good Oral Hygiene with Firefly Toothpaste Foam and Toothbrush! #cbias
As most of you know, oral care is extremely important to me. Being a dentist who treats many children on a weekly basis, I know how important a healthy, clean mouth is! However, I also know how children can be resistant to brushing their teeth. I have heard it all from my kids alone- "Mom, I don't like the taste of the toothpaste." "Mom, I am too tired- I will … [Read more...]
So tell me Doc…What are some tips to get your kids to brush better?
I get around 2 questions a day sent to my email from various friends, readers, family, etc asking me dental questions. I have absolutely no problem answering them, as I enjoy taking about my profession. Most of the questions revolve around children and oral hygiene. Some frequently asked questions include when do you take your children to the dentist for the … [Read more...]