Happy Valentines
Feb 13th, 2018
Valentine’s Day is a day for us to show our family, friends, and loved ones how much you care about and appreciate them. But you may find yourself wondering where Valentine’s Day comes from and how these traditions came to…
Young girl with piercing
Jan 29th, 2018
Before receiving an oral piercing, we want to make sure that you’re informed about the possible risks that can accompany these types of accessories. An informed decision can help reduce any instances of regret after the…
Dental implant illustration
Jan 23rd, 2018
Dental implants are becoming rapidly more popular, and it’s easy to see why. Implants are the most reliable and permanent way to restore missing or lost teeth. Unlike removable dentures, dental implants look and feel just…
Young girl
Dec 18th, 2017
There are some troubling numbers around childhood dental cavities. For example, almost half of American kids (42%) will have a dental cavity in their baby teeth and of these children around 20% will be left untreated. This is…
Middle aged couple smiling
Dec 15th, 2017
Contrary to popular belief, your dentures won’t last for life. In fact, your dentures should ideally be replaced every 5-10 years. This is for a number of reasons including wear and tear on the dentures and the way your face…
Woman showing fear in dental chair
Nov 23rd, 2017
If you suffer from a crippling fear of the dentist, there’s a pretty good chance that you may unknowingly pass this fear onto your children. This is dangerous because routine dental checkups are important for everyone, but…
Woman brushing
Nov 15th, 2017
Because brushing our teeth is one of the first things we learn how to do ourselves, most of us feel like we probably have a pretty good grasp on what’s involved in the process. However, there’s a good chance that many of us…
2 happy couples
Oct 31st, 2017
According to epidemiological studies, there are around 178 million adult Americans who are missing at least one tooth, and around 20 million adult Americans who are missing all of their teeth. There are plenty of causes of…
Pumpkins
Oct 20th, 2017
Halloween is approaching quickly and with it comes parties, pumpkin carving, costumes, and children roaming the neighborhood for lots and lots of candy! Because this is a holiday centered almost completely on candy, it can be…
Vegtables
Aug 18th, 2017
Sweden has conducted a new study, which has shown that eating more servings of fruits and vegetables can lower your chances of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Of the 40,000 male smokers studied, it…
Insulin devices
Jul 24th, 2017
There is a definitive link between gum disease and diabetes. In fact, of the 25 million diabetes sufferers, up to a third of them will develop gum disease or periodontitis (an advanced and severe form of gum disease) at some…
Man and BBQ
Jul 7th, 2017
One of the best parts of summer includes being outdoors with friends and family, and grilling up a delicious meal. However, there are risks you take every time you fire up that grill. To make sure your cookout is memorable…
Baby
Jun 29th, 2017
Many parents think that caring for their infant’s teeth is kind of a moot point. They’re just going to fall out eventually, right? However, there are many of reasons why it’s important to take care of baby teeth, one of which…
Woman exercising
Jun 12th, 2017
Many of us may have the desire to visit the gym regularly in order to stay fit. However, the reality is that not everyone has the money or the time to spend on a gym membership. Don’t let this fact keep you from working out…
Baby crying
May 22nd, 2017
It’s a difficult thing to talk about, but children are almost as likely to suffer from mental health problems as adults. It’s estimated that around 1 in 5 kids currently have a mental illness, which negatively impacts their…
Business hands shaking
May 12th, 2017
Many of us are guilty of looking at someone successful and feeling a little bitter or jealous of their success. However, we don’t see all the hard work that this person put in before they reached their goals!
Woman portrait with braces
Apr 27th, 2017
We know that practicing good oral hygiene when you’re wearing braces can be difficult. Food debris can build up around wires and brackets, and it can be difficult to floss and brush around these areas. However, these are the…
3D Printing concept
Apr 14th, 2017
If trips to the dentist aren’t your favorite thing, you’ll be glad to hear that a new system is being used to decrease the amount of time spent here! 3D printing at the dental office can now scan and create a tooth in an…
Fearful woman with hands on mouth in dental chair
Mar 29th, 2017
Here at Meadows Family Dentistry, we understand that dental anxiety is very real and can cause many problems. We have patients who have avoided treatment of a toothache for so long that what may have been a simple cavity has…
Woman showing teeth
Mar 14th, 2017
Canker sores are small, red, sores that occur on the tissues in the mouth, such as the gums, tongue, lips, and the inside of the cheeks. It’s been found by the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry that around 1 in 5…
Man in dental chair smiling
Mar 1st, 2017
If you’ve never heard of one before, a frenectomy is an oral surgical procedure, during which a frenum in the mouth is surgically removed with a laser. A frenum is the attachment between any two tissues in your mouth,…
Chocolate
Feb 17th, 2017
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and one of the most popular Valentine’s gifts is a big, heart-shaped box of chocolates. In fact, we spend around $1 billion on Valentine Day chocolates every year!
Child girl brushing teeth
Jan 25th, 2017
Mouthwash can be a very important part of your dental hygiene routine. Not only will it freshen your breath, but mouthwash can also kill the bacteria that cause gingivitis, plaque buildup, and cavities.
Woman in dental chair
Jan 17th, 2017
In addition to giving you a beautiful smile, caring for your teeth is also important to your overall health. Tooth decay and gum disease have been linked to diabetes, heart disease, and strokes. You should be caring for your…
Man with tooth pain
Dec 23rd, 2016
Tooth pain is a very common complaint in most dental offices. Many patients automatically assume that tooth pain is indicative of dental cavities or perhaps tooth decay. However, the truth is that there are an incredible…