by Dr. Vance | Jul 24, 2019 | dental emergency, dental health, Mouth Guard, oral health, Sports Guard
Youth sports participation has grown steadily over the years. It is estimated that 20 to 25 million youth participate in competitive sports. As a result of this growth in participation levels, incidence of injury has also increased. Some have reported sports to...
by Dr. Vance | Jul 17, 2019 | dental emergency, dental health, gum disease, gum health, oral health
Craving something sweet or salty? Some food choices can contribute to the wear and tear of your pearly whites. What make a food “bad” are bacteria living in the mouth burn sugars to thrive. The byproduct of this is acid, which dissolves tooth enamel and causes...
by Dr. Vance | Jul 8, 2019 | dental health
You can’t go past a cash register in a grocery store, pharmacy or convenience store these days without running into a display rack of chewing gum. It’s an American favorite. You might think that, like most candy, chewing gum can only do damage to your...
by Dr. Vance | May 31, 2019 | brushing, dental health, gum health, oral health, pediatric dentistry
It’s hard enough to get kids to put their clothes on, let alone brush their teeth. But believe it or not, you can make the experience manageable and even FUN (who knew?) Establishing a good dental hygiene routine begins when kids are young and when parents have the...
by Dr. Vance | May 22, 2019 | cosmetic dentistry, dental health
The power of a smile can do many things. It can boost your mood, give you confidence and give you a more positive outlook on life. But did you know that it also has an impact on your body as well? Smiling also promotes physical well being. Here are some ways smiling...