Woman plugging her nose
Jan 13th, 2020
Halitosis is the clinical term for bad breath. Bad breath can cause embarrassment, self-consciousness, and confusion, especially if you’ve tried everything to mask it! This can even lead to withdrawal from family and friends.…
Child opening a present
Dec 23rd, 2019
While it’s unlikely that your children included ‘good oral health’ on their holiday wish list this year, it’s one of the most important the gifts you can give them! As a parent, it’s fun to give your child gifts that they…
Man bitting his nail
Dec 17th, 2019
Biting your nails can be a habit that is hard to break! Nail-biting leaves your nail beds and fingertips to be red, painful, and swollen, but it’s also a habit that can damage your oral health. The Academy of General…
Child in dental chair with curring light
Nov 27th, 2019
Options for teeth that become chipped or cracked or are slightly decayed or deformed include dental crowns, veneers, and dental bonding. Dental bonding is the quickest and most cost-effective of all of these options, but it’s…
Child with a cleft lip
Nov 13th, 2019
Cleft lips and palates are birth defects of the mouth and lips. In the United States, as many as 6,800 children a year are born with cleft lips, cleft palates, or both. These birth defects occur early in pregnancy when the…
Woman eating chocolate
Nov 12th, 2019
The urge for midnight snacks can be tough to ignore for some people, especially the ones who are currently dieting. Other contributing factors to late-night snacking include insomnia, stress, or simply boredom.
Woman in dental chair smiling
Oct 21st, 2019
Making sure to find the best dentist for you and for your family can be overwhelming and somewhat confusing. When you have a family comprised of both adults and children that need dental care, it can be a challenge to find…
Male dentist and female assistant
Oct 14th, 2019
One of the most common ways to address the problems of cracked, discolored, or weakened teeth is through the use of a dental crown. Crowns may make some people anxious, but it’s a very simple and common procedure that Dr.…
Child holding nose
Sep 23rd, 2019
Having chronic bad breath can cause people to feel embarrassed and even begin to withdraw from friends, family, and social engagements. Using breath mints, mouthwash, and chewing gum can help mask bad breath for a short time…
Head in Hands
Sep 9th, 2019
Migraines can be the result of some dental problems. Many dental patients who suffer from migraines or chronic headaches have discovered that fixing their dental problems can help reduce or even eliminate headaches!
Gum
Aug 26th, 2019
People are very divided on whether chewing gum is good or bad for your teeth and health. In order to answer the question of whether or not chewing gum is detrimental, there are a few things you should know about how chewing…
Pre-teen Teeth Exam
Jul 22nd, 2019
When your child’s permanent teeth start to grow in, you may notice ridges on the ends of the teeth. These bumps and ridges are known as tooth mamelons. Mamelons vary from person to person. While some are quite prominent and…
Adult Braces
Jul 8th, 2019
These days, it’s more common than ever for adults to seek orthodontic treatment. The reasons include correcting improper bites, improving the beauty of a smile, and boosting confidence. We know that many adults hesitate to…
Airline tenant
Jun 25th, 2019
While you’re planning your summer vacation, you need to add ‘dental checkup’ to your travel to-do list. While this may seem like a random suggestion, air travel can actually have an impact on your dental health. For example,…
Berry Pie
Jun 4th, 2019
When you initially think of teeth stains, you may be quick to blame coffee or tobacco. However, even if you abstain from these notorious teeth-staining substances, you may still be consuming foods or beverages that can stain…
Teenager with beautiful smile
May 23rd, 2019
Here at Meadows Family Dentistry, we know that a lot of work goes into growing a healthy and beautiful smile. The best way for both parents and teenagers to help maintain a teen’s growing smile is to know the most common…
Glasses being raised to toast
May 11th, 2019
There are a number of ways that tobacco and alcohol can damage your body as well as your teeth and mouth. Using these products every day can worsen this damage by quite a bit. Staining of the teeth, loss of teeth, gum…
Woman with huge lollipop
Apr 23rd, 2019
It’s common knowledge that the best way to prevent cavities and other dental diseases is to brush, floss, and visit Meadows Family Dentistry every six months for a dental cleaning and a checkup. However, even if you take care…
Assortment of breads
Apr 10th, 2019
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that causes you to suffer intolerance to gluten. People with celiac disease are unable to properly absorb gluten. This means that if they consume foods containing gluten, they can cause…
Handsome man flossing in front of mirror
Mar 29th, 2019
Flossing is a vital part of your oral health care routine. It allows you to remove plaque, bacteria, and food debris from in between the teeth where your toothbrush can’t reach. This is around 33% of the tooth enamel!…
Cute baby smiling
Mar 12th, 2019
Baby teeth play a very important role in helping your children develop healthy and beautiful smiles that will grow with them. In order for parents to keep their child’s teeth strong and healthy throughout childhood, they need…
Attractive woman smiling
Feb 25th, 2019
Puberty, pregnancy, and menopause are times of change for women and their bodies. Hormones change and surge, causing all sorts of problems for many women. Unfortunately, these hormone changes can also leave you vulnerable to…
Dentist working on a mouth close-up
Feb 11th, 2019
You may not believe that you have a dental cavity unless you feel pain in a tooth. However, no pain doesn’t mean there isn’t still a problem. Waiting until you have a toothache to come to the dentist only means that the…
Dentist, patient and dental assistant
Jan 28th, 2019
We all know how important it is to maintain good oral hygiene. Unfortunately, it’s not always the most exciting habit on your to-do list. We’ve tracked down a few fun dental-related bits of trivia to spice up your oral…
Plan, Action, Success
Jan 14th, 2019
Many of us set New Year’s resolutions, but it’s been found that only 8% of people are actually successful in reaching their goals. Why do we have such a difficult time keeping resolutions and how can we increase the odds of…