Both pacifiers and thumb-sucking are natural self-soothing habits among infants and toddlers. These behaviors often provide comfort, help children fall asleep, and ease stress. However, while these habits are normal in early development, prolonged thumb-sucking or extended pacifier use can affect dental alignment and jaw growth over time. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), most children stop these […]

The way that you store and care for your toothbrush can have an impact on your oral health. Many of us probably don’t think twice about how we’re cleaning and storing our toothbrush, but it’s something we should pay more attention to! There are ways to make sure that your toothbrush is clean and disinfected, […]

If you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment and planning on taking a holiday vacation, there are a few things you should do to be prepared. There are a few things you should plan on taking with you while you’re out of town. These items include: Travel toothbrush Fluoride toothpaste Travel-sized bottle of mouthwash Flosspick, interdental brushes, or […]

As many as 80% of people have a type of naturally occurring fungi in their mouths. These fungi are known as candida albicans. If the numbers are low enough, these fungi aren’t harmful, but if their numbers get too high, it can result in a fungal infection known as glossitis. Glossitis Cause Candida albicans are […]

We all know how important flossing is to the prevention of gum disease and gingivitis. But interdental brushing can be an even better tool in the fight against gum disease. Interdental brushes brush away the plaque and food debris that build up in between the teeth. If not removed, this plaque will harden into tartar […]