Category: General Care
Snack Shacks & Sticky Summer Treats...Tips To Keep Your Child's Teeth Healthy!
June 1, 2011
Summertime means lazy days at the pool and busy afternoons at the baseball diamond. Concession stands and snack shacks tempt us with sticky sweets and sugary beverages, but it's important for kids and parents to know that even in these settings, they can still make choices and use strategies that will protect their kids' dental health and counteract tooth decay! Read More
Helpful Chart from the Minnesota Dental Association Shows Soda Sugar & Acid. When in doubt, water's always a great choice!
May 9, 2011
Summer's coming and many families will begin to get used to living life at the concession stand. Before you reach for a soda and let your kids do the same, you might want to check out how much sugar and acid is in soda and soft drinks. This sugar and acid can wreak havoc on your teeth! This list courtesy of the Minnesota Dental Association shows the sugar and acid content in some popular soft drink brands. Share this with your family to encourage healthier beverage choices. Read More
GameFace Mouth Guards Help Provide Sports Safety
March 18, 2011
In a few weeks thousands of young athletes will head to the soccer field with their mandatory shin guards and spikes, but few will be wearing mouth guards, despite the fact that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reports that soccer is among the leading causes of oral-facial and dental injuries in all of sports. Read More
Sip all day. Get decay. Soda can harm your oral health.
February 15, 2011
The phrase "Sip all day. Get decay." was originated and made popular by the Minnesota Dental Association. This phrase captures the connection between soda and tooth decay, and it has caught on in family dental centers around the country due to the increased incidence of tooth decay caused by soda and other high-sugar beverages. Read More
What To Expect When You're Expecting, Or Would Like to Be: A Trip to the Dentist is Important for Moms-To-Be or If You May Be Soon…
February 13, 2011
If you are expecting a baby or would like to be soon, visit your family dental center as part of your efforts to be a healthy mom and have a healthy baby. Read More
How Do I Know If I Have Gum Disease & What Can I Do About It?
January 17, 2011
You may have gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, if you answer yes to one or more of the following questions. Read More
Fluoride: Too Much of a Good Thing?
January 10, 2011
A recent news article announced plans by The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to lower the recommended level of fluoride in drinking water for the first time in nearly 50 years, based on a fresh review of the science. This plan echoes the recommendation that your neighborhood First Choice Dental team has been sharing with patients for years. First Choice Dental and the American Dental Association continue to advocate the use of fluorides as a proven method to prevent tooth decay. Read More
Does flossing really make a difference?
January 1, 2011
Sure does! Looking for a New Year's Resolution to add to your list that's super simple and will improve your overall health? Make 2011 the year you commit to flossing your teeth every day! Your dental hygienist speaks the truth. Flossing makes a big difference. Daily flossing helps to prevent gum disease. Flossing also removes plaque, prevents cavities and benefits your overall oral health by removing the bacteria that gets between teeth and can cause infection in your mouth and body. Some adults floss daily, but most don't. Read More
