Cookouts, camping, hanging out at home. All these common summer vacation activities can wreak havoc with kids’ brushing and flossing routines---and their overall oral health. Use these tips to keep your kids’ smiles bright and healthy this summer---and to reduce your emergency runs to the dentist. Use technology to keep it fun If your kids love … [Read more...] about Parents: Tips to Keep Your Kids’ Smile Healthy this Summer
Why You Should Reconsider That Soda at Your Next Grill Out
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Brats, burgers, chips, soda…all the ingredients of one of our favorite summer pastimes in Wisconsin: the backyard cookout. It’s pretty easy to head to another weekend cookout, 4th of July barbecue, or party with friends and partake of one of America’s favorite beverages. Here’s why you should think again before you pop the top off that soda … [Read more...] about Why You Should Reconsider That Soda at Your Next Grill Out
6 Ways to Keep Your Kids Healthy this Summer
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Summer is supposed to be a time of fun, so don’t let unhealthy habits sideline your kids during summer vacation. Keep them moving It’s too easy for kids to just sit and relax all summer---on their bed, in front of the TV, playing video games. Instead, enroll them in swim lessons. Sign them up for sports leagues. Take a daily walk together as a … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Keep Your Kids Healthy this Summer
18 Tips for a Healthy Summer (& Healthy Smile!)
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Summer is a time for barbecues, pool time, walks, and vacations---all of which are a lot more fun when you’re feeling healthy. Use these tips to get your body feeling your best this summer, from your head all the way down to your toes. Seize the summer day. There’s no day like today to establish a healthy lifestyle. Summer is an ideal time, … [Read more...] about 18 Tips for a Healthy Summer (& Healthy Smile!)
10 Tips for a Smooth Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery
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Wisdom teeth removal is a fairly common procedure today, but that doesn’t mean you should take a smooth recovery for granted. When it’s time to get your wisdom teeth out, choose and contact an experienced oral surgeon. The second step is education about the procedure, what to expect, and steps you can take to make your wisdom teeth extraction … [Read more...] about 10 Tips for a Smooth Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery
5 Tips to Ready Your Body for Summer
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It may not feel like summer most days, but don’t let that stop you from readying your body for the fun of summer. You know what we’re talking about: swimming, camping, barbecues, and all the fun that comes with summer. These tips will get your body ready for summer---from your head to your toe. Don’t procrastinate. You’ll find that almost … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Ready Your Body for Summer
5 Tips for Quitting Smoking
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Tobacco use affects every part of your body, including your oral health. In addition to bad breath, smoking causes discoloration of your teeth, an increased chance of gum disease and oral cancers, longer healing times after dental procedures, bone loss in your jaw, and a host of other oral problems. The best way to avoid those side effects is to … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Quitting Smoking
What should I do if my tooth breaks off?
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Hard candy, a hard fall, being hit in the face or head, a cavity that weakens the tooth…we’ve even heard of a tooth breaking off because of a pretzel. A broken or chipped tooth happens, leaving you wondering what to do about what’s left of your tooth and when to call the dentist. We’ve compiled a list of the most common questions about a broken … [Read more...] about What should I do if my tooth breaks off?
40 Non-Candy (Fun!) Easter Gift Ideas
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It’s time to decorate eggs, get out your Easter baskets, and start buying Easter gifts for your favorite bunnies. As you’re shopping, don’t forget to look out for your gift recipient’s teeth by purchasing a gift (or gifts) that won’t cause tooth decay…and still gets a healthy smile (that’ll make their parents smile too!). We’ve listed some of our … [Read more...] about 40 Non-Candy (Fun!) Easter Gift Ideas
4 Tooth Fairy Questions Every Parent Faces
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It was a social media post that made us pause, “Oh no! The tooth fairy might be giving $20 tonight because Mom can’t find change!” That little mythical fairy sure does leave parents in a quandary sometimes, but the fun of the tooth fairy is also an opportunity. Parents use the tooth fairy for entertainment, writing practice, an imagination builder, … [Read more...] about 4 Tooth Fairy Questions Every Parent Faces
