Did you know that Easter is the second largest holiday for candy purchases in America? In fact, only Halloween beats out Easter when it comes to an abundance of sugary treats.  We don’t expect you to give up candy all together (who could?!), but we do want to remind you that candy can cause tooth decay and damage if oral... read more »

Using your teeth as tools is temping sometimes, but it causes damage that you can’t see right away. When you chew on ice, you are causing extreme temperature and pressure changes, thus creating micro-cracks in your tooth enamel. It can chip your teeth, as well as cause gum injury, too. If you have sensitive teeth, chewing ice will most likely... read more »

With Valentine’s Day in February, you might have received a delicious box of chocolates from your sweetie. Or maybe you just like to indulge in the occasional chocolate, regardless of Valentine’s Day. Well, did you know that chocolate can actually be good for your teeth? It’s true; your dentist is recommending chocolate for your teeth! The cocoa bean, which is... read more »

Don’t you hate not being able to eat your favorite ice cream or that delicious hot chocolate, all because of your bothersome sensitive teeth? What to do when you can hardly stand the pain? There are a few ways to help prevent sensitive teeth! Avoid acidic foods. Acidic foods expose your dental nerves which will in turn cause more irritation. ... read more »