by Dr David Kirby | Nov 25, 2024 | Oral Health Tips
Everyone knows about the importance of a regular dental care routine in the morning, but it’s also vital to brush them at night, too. In fact, allowing your teeth to go unbrushed at night allows the growth of more bacteria, which is a good way to develop gum disease,...
by Dr David Kirby | Nov 28, 2023 | Oral Health Tips
It’s that time again to get ready for New Year’s resolutions. Some may consider exercising more or spend less time on our phones, but our family dental clinic highly recommends these tips for maintaining your oral health including teeth and gums. Below are some New...
by Winston Wolf | Apr 15, 2020 | Oral Health Tips
Cleaning your teeth used to be easy when the dental offices were all open for business. Nowadays, most dentists are closed for non essential services due to CDC recommendations. This can mean a delay in your routine cleanings, but it should not be the end of clean...
by Winston Wolf | Jan 29, 2020 | Oral Health Tips
Suffice it to say that alcohol, in almost all accounts, is bad for you. Yes, a glass of wine or a beer a day in fact does have health benefits, but the buck just about stops there. Each time you drink, you’re doing damage to your liver, and damage to skin. But what...
by Dr David Kirby | Dec 2, 2019 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
Everybody finds out about wisdom teeth at some point or another. Over time, these worrisome extra molars will push their way through your jaw, and you’ll need to get them taken out. Why do we have wisdom teeth, anyway? It seems they just grow for the sake of making...
by Dr David Kirby | Aug 8, 2019 | Family Dentistry, Oral Health Tips
Gum disease is no laughing matter. Gum disease – otherwise known as periodontitis – is a serious condition that not only affects your gums, but your overall health. One important thing to note before we go on – gum disease is often preceded by...
by Dr David Kirby | Mar 4, 2019 | Dental FAQ, Family Dentistry, Oral Health Tips
Have you ever ground your teeth together and felt the sensation of chalk running on a chalkboard? That comparison is valid, because chalky teeth is a common side effect of eating many kinds of foods. Chalky teeth can be a temporary side effect of eating foods high in...
by Dr David Kirby | Dec 11, 2018 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
Nicotine-delivering vaporizers have taken the world by storm as an alternative to smoking. Many are using “vapes” as a way to quit smoking, or as a recreational smoking device all its own. The Juul is one of the industry’s most popular models. But, one question many...
by Dr David Kirby | Oct 30, 2018 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
It may come as no surprise that different foods will have varying impacts on your teeth. There are the obvious offenders like sugary snacks, high-citrus fruits, and coffee. There’s also another rule of thumb to follow—if it will stain a white tablecloth, it will most...
by Dr David Kirby | Jun 26, 2018 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
Don’t Starve After Wisdom Teeth: Here’s What You Can Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal The most common problem in getting wisdom teeth removed is, in the end, having to modify your eating habits during the healing process. Your nerves are sensitive, and...
by Dr David Kirby | Apr 3, 2018 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
If you find yourself experiencing prolonged pain of the jaw right below the cheekbone, you might have a temporomandibular joint disorder. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is what connects your jaw to the rest of your skull, located right under the cheekbone. Whether...
by Dr David Kirby | Feb 20, 2018 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
Dental implants are one of the most permanent dental procedures you can undertake. It is also considered a major dental surgery, which means that these procedures shouldn’t be considered except when absolutely necessary. We’re going to take a look into the purpose of...
by Dr David Kirby | Aug 22, 2017 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
In recent years, people have been turning toward the “all natural” version of just about any commonly used product. Consumers concerned with being healthier or more eco friendly opt for all-natural deodorants, bug repellent, and cleaning products. Organic foods grown...
by Dr David Kirby | Feb 28, 2017 | Dental FAQ, Family Dentistry, Oral Health Tips, Pediatric Dentistry
Caring for Baby’s First Teeth Your little bundle of joy didn’t come packaged with instructions, and many new parents may feel overwhelmed with making sure they’re taking proper care of their child at every stage of life. Managing your child’s oral health is very...
by Dr David Kirby | Dec 29, 2016 | Dental FAQ, Oral Health Tips
Are E-cigs Bad for Your Teeth? Many people think of e-cigarettes as healthier alternatives to traditional tobacco use… but new research shows that this concept may be nothing more than smoke and mirrors. Since vaping is a relatively new habit, there’s been a lack of...
