The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that children visit the dentist by their first birthday or within six months after his or her first tooth erupts. These early visits are critical for making sure your child’s smile is healthy and their oral development is on the right track. Additionally, starting dental visits at a young age
Has it been awhile since you’ve been to the dentist? Unsure what a dental cleaning entails? Well, no need to worry, as we are here to guide you through the steps involved in a routine dental checkup. First, do not be afraid; a dental checkup is to ensure your smile lasts a lifetime. At Smith
Get the Best for your Teeth in this Year’s Farmers Market! Farmers Market season is around the corner! Yes, it’s that time of the year when you get the chance to show-off the ‘fruits’ of your hard ‘labor’! Soon, you will be flocking to the market to reap the benefits of freshly-produced food. For those
It’s that time of year again and St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner! If you’re planning on spending your holiday celebrating with friends and enjoying the festivities, be sure to think about the potential consequences of your actions when it comes to your oral health. With alcohol playing such a large role during
In many homes, Thanksgiving is an all-day event that consists mostly of eating. Most people will eat a large feast early in the afternoon, followed by grazing on sweets and leftovers the rest of the day. While much of what you consume that day will be delicious, most of it will not be good for
At Smith Family Dentistry, our patients ask us all the time how the they can improve their oral health at home. Aside from the normal recommendations like brushing and flossing regularly, we always tell them that what they eat directly affects their oral health. It makes sense if you think about it, because all of
Anxiety is common. And if you suffer from anxiety or fear the dentist, you’re probably skipping out on visits, which is causing more harm to your mouth and body than you think. Millions of Americans avoid the dentist because they fear pain. An estimated 75 million people in the United States live with some type
What you eat, how well you take care of your teeth and many more choices are what can affect your teeth the most. Heredity can also play a role in how susceptible your teeth may be to decay. And while cavities might typically be more common among children, adults are also at risk. With proper
Oral cancer is scary (as are all cancers). It has been shown that oral cancers have a five-year survival rate that is as low as 60 percent. We understand that is scary to think about, so it is important to protect yourself by getting checked for the disease today. To help, here are the top
Do your teeth ever hurt when you eat soup or drink hot tea? What about when you eat ice cream or drink cold lemonade? When this occurs, you might be experiencing tooth sensitivity, which is characterized by a tingly feeling or a pinch of pain that affects all your teeth or just certain areas. Pain
