Does the cost of your bi-annual cleanings keep you from going to the dentist twice a year? The real cost of skipping the dentist may be more than you think. If you’re steering clear of visiting the dentist, you may be impacting more than your mouth. Dental cleanings have … [Read more...]
The Link Between Tooth Loss and a Lack of Nutrition in Hawaii
Healthy teeth and good nutrition go together like strawberry and mochi. But the bacteria in our mouths love to eat sugar and carbs (just like us), and they excrete acid afterward. This acid destroys our enamel, leaving our teeth vulnerable to cavities. So how do we prevent … [Read more...]
Eating Apples with Braces | More Harm than Good?
It’s finally the day your mouth is graced with braces! The first conversation with your orthodontist will likely be about proper care for your new, shiny dental tool. The second conversation will most likely discuss the foods you can (but mostly can’t) eat. If you had to guess, … [Read more...]
What Does the Tooth Fairy Do with Your Teeth?
The Tooth Fairy flutters in and takes our lost teeth, leaving small tokens of appreciation. But this leaves us wondering… What does the Tooth Fairy do with your teeth? Builds a Castle Some say that the Tooth Fairy uses the cleanest, brightest teeth to build her castle. … [Read more...]
Tips to Quit Smoking + its Impact on Oral Health
Wondering how to quit smoking? We’re here to help. It’s estimated that about 50 million Americans have an addiction to nicotine. The type of products vary from e-cigarettes to combustible cigarettes, chew, and snuff. Thankfully, there are many tools available to quit smoking. You … [Read more...]
