It’s that time of year again when EVERYONE seems to be getting sick. Every day you find another social media post from a friend who has succumbed to another cold, flu, sinus infection, or some other disgusting germ you don’t want. While no one can keep from getting sick EVER, the good news is there are steps you can take so you’re not the next … [Read more...] about 10 Tips that Keep You from Getting Sick
7 Tips that’ll Keep You Smiling through the Holidays
Dentist Hartford
Who wants to worry about healthy teeth when you’re surrounded by all those delicious holiday treats? Or enjoying the good company of friends and family at holiday parties? But when you want your next dentist appointment to go smoothly (without any unpleasant surprises), you have to think about the health of your teeth all the time----even during … [Read more...] about 7 Tips that’ll Keep You Smiling through the Holidays
5 Common Teeth Whitening Mistakes to Avoid
Dentist Hartford
It’s easy to look for teeth whitening solutions on the internet or in TV ads, but proceed with caution when shopping for safe ways to get a whiter smile. Your teeth are an integral part of your health, and some whitening solutions---and common mistakes made when buying teeth whitening products---can damage your pearly whites and land you back in … [Read more...] about 5 Common Teeth Whitening Mistakes to Avoid
25+ Non-Candy (& Tooth-Healthy) Halloween Treats
Dentist Hartford
We all know the traditional Halloween trick-or-treat and party scenario: kids with bags heaping full of candy asking when they can eat their sugary treats---treats that don’t keep their mouth healthy (and can be a no-no for kids with traditional braces). If you’re as concerned about those sugary candy and your recipients’ teeth as we are, consider … [Read more...] about 25+ Non-Candy (& Tooth-Healthy) Halloween Treats
Types of Teeth Cleaning (& why you should know the difference)
Dentist Hartford
We admit it: cleaning your teeth is not the most exciting subject. We know it’s not as much fun as talking about the last Packer or Badger football game, but it’s important. Not important like learning about invertebrates in biology (especially if you’ve never used that info again), but important for the health of your mouth and even your whole … [Read more...] about Types of Teeth Cleaning (& why you should know the difference)
20+ Healthy (and Tooth-Healthy) Lunch Ideas
Dentist Hartford
Standing in front of the fridge every morning, deciding what to eat for lunch---and what to pack in your kids’ school lunches---can be a challenge (a frustrating one!). That challenge complicates when you add in trying to decide on foods beneficial for you and your kids’ health---and their mouth. If you want to help make every dentist appointment … [Read more...] about 20+ Healthy (and Tooth-Healthy) Lunch Ideas
Common Dental Emergencies: What to Do On a Holiday Weekend
Dentist Hartford
When we think of a holiday weekend like Labor Day, Memorial Day, or the 4th of July, we think of days of fun…on the lake, on a trip, camping, enjoying a “stay-cation.” What we don’t think (or like to think about) is the possibility of a painful tooth ache, a chipped tooth, a throbbing tooth infection, or a sleepless night with a hurting … [Read more...] about Common Dental Emergencies: What to Do On a Holiday Weekend
7 Ways to Get Your Kids (and Yourself) Ready for School
Dentist Hartford
It's so close, you can almost hear it: school bells, the buses going to and from school, the sound of foot steps of students in the hallway. The start of school is in sight, and so is the challenge of transitioning your kids back into the school routine. The good news is that you still have time to take the steps needed to make your … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Get Your Kids (and Yourself) Ready for School
10 Things to Do Before the End of Summer
Dentist Hartford
We can hear the crying and sobbing even before we break the news (especially from the kids!): the end of summer is in sight. Before you think we’re proclaiming that the proverbial sky is falling, check out social media; the graphics about the beginning of winter are already popping up---and so are the reminders that Labor Day weekend (the … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Do Before the End of Summer
Adults: 6 Tips for a Healthier Smile this Summer
Dentist Hartford
We’ve wrote a lot about keeping your kids’ teeth healthy during summer break, but that doesn’t mean you should overlook the health of your own pearly whites. Use these tips to make sure your teeth make it through the summer without a cavity or dental emergency. Floss regularly Some statistics say that close to 80% of Americans never floss. … [Read more...] about Adults: 6 Tips for a Healthier Smile this Summer
