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When Sealants Start to Chip

September 1, 2020 Di Salas

Sealants can last up to 10 years, but they may chip along the way. Click to learn what to do if this happens to you.

Just like a topcoat protects your manicure, dental sealants shield kids’ smiles. Dentists recommend applying sealant as soon as a child’s permanent posterior molar teeth come in. This coats them in thin plastic layer to defend them against plaque. When we do our daily at-home … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Health & Wellness

Low-Carb, Low-Sugar Coconut Pudding

August 19, 2020 Di Salas

Our no-sugar added, low-carb coconut pudding recipe will please your taste buds, your smile, and your dentist.

Who doesn’t like sweets that are low in sugar, provide health benefits, and taste great?! We know your dentist and your doctor will be a fan of this recipe. We’re all about treats that are good for both body and teeth. Given that September is Fruit and Veggies – More Matters … [Read more...]

Dental Health, Hawaii, Health & Wellness, Just For Fun, Recipes & Nutrition

The Link Between Tooth Loss and a Lack of Nutrition in Hawaii

August 5, 2020 Di Salas

For Fruits and Veggies – More Matter month, we’re sharing how the bacteria in our mouths love to eat sugar and carbs (just like us) and how to ensure you’re getting the best nutrition for your oral and overall health.

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...]

Dental Health, Fear Free, Hawaii, Health & Wellness, Recipes & Nutrition

Eating Apples with Braces | More Harm than Good?

August 5, 2020 Di Salas

Eating apples with braces can cause serious damage to braces, specifically incisor brackets. Read our tips for enjoying without ruining your braces.

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...]

Dental Health, Health & Wellness, Just For Fun, Recipes & Nutrition

Tips to Quit Smoking + its Impact on Oral Health

July 17, 2020 Di Salas

Understanding the toll nicotine takes on our bodies and our mouths – plus these tools to quit smoking - can help you kick the habit.

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...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults, Health & Wellness

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