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October can be a spooky season, but we want to help you not scare people away with bad oral hygiene! During this month, we’re sure that lots of Halloween candy is going to be haunting to you and your children. We’re all about indulging here at Adams Dental Group, but we want to make sure your also having a healthy Halloween.
Here are some tips to keep your oral hygiene healthy this Halloween.
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS October 26th, 2021
Posted In: Dental Health Tips, Uncategorized
Tags: brush and floss, oral health, tooth decay
Pumpkin Spice Lattes, dental exams, AND Fall are officially here! With the cooler weather, football games, and changing of leaves from green to auburn hues on the horizon, fall feels like a time of change. You may also have a to-do list for the fall season. The term “spring cleaning” is a real thing; however, we’re going to switch it up a bit, (because it’s a fall-thing too) and many of us are anxious to switch out our closets and do some long-awaited home improvements. With all this change, it’s the perfect time to come see us at Adams Dental Group for your routine dental exams and cleanings. Your teeth and gums will thank you!
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS September 14th, 2021
Posted In: Dental Health Tips
Tags: brush and floss, dental appointment, dental care, gum disease prevention
Do you realize that water and oral health have a connection? You probably have already been told that drinking water is good for you. It helps give your skin a healthy glow, keeps you hydrated, gives you important nutrients, and gets rid of waste in the body. It also is imperative to our oral health. In fact, drinking water is one of the best things you can do for your teeth!
Our mouth naturally produces saliva – also commonly known as spit. Saliva is incredibly important to our oral health as well. It’s our mouth’s very first defense against bacteria and tooth decay. So, when our saliva production is low and our mouths are dry, we lose that defense. That’s where water comes to help keep our mouth hydrated. Water helps wash away bits of food and can help keep your mouth hydrated when dealing with dry mouth. Here’s a great article: How does Dry Mouth effect your oral and overall body health?
Drinking water helps keep our mouths clean. When we eat and drink other beverages, acid and bacteria can build up in the mouth. Water can dilute these acids and wash away residue that can cause stains and other issues.
Many sodas and juices are high in sugar content, which can put us at risk for cavities and tooth decay. It can also contribute to weight gain. Drinking water is always sugar-free, calorie-free and can help us cut calories and stay healthy!
Water is one of the drinks that actually whiten teeth. It not only keeps you hydrated, but it also helps prevent the formation of stains on your teeth. Swish some water in your mouth after you eat or drink pigment-rich foods or beverages to maintain a brighter, whiter smile. If you feel that it’s going to take more than water to enhance your smile, learn how you can Brighten and Lighten Your Smile with Professional Teeth Whitening.
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS July 13th, 2021
Posted In: Dental Health Tips
Tags: dental exam, gum disease, tooth decay
