How to avoid cavities and enjoy Halloween Candy?
October 28, 2013
Halloween is almost here. We all know what that means — candy, candy, and more candy!
Don’t deny your children the Halloween experience. That can send the entirely wrong message — deprivation — and make candy seem even more irresistible, leading to other problems. They may end up sneaking sweets or eating too much candy once they’re out on their own. Instead, let them have the joy of Halloween in all its sticky goodness and the experience of going to a party or trick-or-treating. (more…)
Ordinary vs. Powered Toothbrushes
October 14, 2013
Many patients are now asking dentists about electric powered toothbrushes so much that the American Dental Association (ADA) has issued several news releases on the subject.
The organization says manual toothbrushes can be just as effective as powered ones. The key to preventing tooth decay, say experts, lies in the way a toothbrush — electric or otherwise — is used.
Advantages of Ordinary Manual Toothbrush
Availability. It’s inexpensive and accessible, this is the toothbrush that the majority of dentists give away. Electric toothbrushes may simply be too expensive for many people, so it’s nice to know that you can do a great job brushing with a manual toothbrush. (more…)