Adult Nutrition
Coffee and Doughnuts: Disastrous Combo

You're late for work, skip breakfast, and during the commute, pick up a doughnut and cup of coffee and you're on your way. This common quick fix breakfast scenario can lengthen your time spent in the dental chair, reports the Academy of General Dentistry, an organization of general dentists dedicated to continuing dental education.  > > >

Dental Cleanings/Hygiene Tips
Spring Clean Your Teeth

Add a dental visit to this year's spring cleaning list. A professional dental cleaning at least twice a year can improve the state of oral health, reports the Academy of General Dentistry, an organization of general dentists dedicated to continuing dental education.  Cleanings are designed to preserve health, and prevent the spread of disease and gives the dentist an opportunity to locate other areas in the mouth that may need attention. 

Children's Nutrition
Soda Consumption in Schools

Soda vending machines line the halls of many junior high and high schools like colorful sentinels. Between classes, students search their pockets for change. Some are merely thirsty, but others are looking for an early morning caffeine kick. However, none are looking for tooth decay, though that's what many may get. And at what price?  > > >

FAQs: Flossing

Floss removes plaque and debris that sticks to teeth and gums in between teeth, polishes tooth surfaces, and controls bad breath.  Flossing is the single most important weapon against plaque and, in some ways, more important than the toothbrush.  By flossing your teeth daily, you increase the chance of keeping them for a lifetime and decrease the chance of getting gum disease.  > > >