We know the power of a smile, but what can pearly whites predict? One thing’s for sure: If your teeth could talk, they’d have a lot to say! Teeth are as unique as fingerprints. In fact, even identical twins have completely different sets of chompers. Thanks to their … [Read more...]
Romantic Tooth-Friendly Foods
Love is in the air this time of year, and you’ll love these aphrodisiac foods – plus, they’re also good for your teeth! Food as an aphrodisiac has been subject to debate as long as it’s been around. Whether it’s a total myth or just a placebo effect, there are still a few truths … [Read more...]
5 Times You Shouldn’t Brush
Is it possible to overdo a good thing*? Like eating too many cookies or getting too much sleep, oral hygiene is no exception. Here are 5 times when brushing your teeth isn’t such a good idea. *For the record, we think brushing your teeth is a GREAT thing. 1. In The … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Nail School Picture Day
The school year is underway. New haircuts and freshly pressed clothes fill the halls. It must be that time again — picture day! Closed eyes, forced smile, squinty face — these are all familiar photography faux pas. Skip the smile skepticism! With minimal coaching and a pinch … [Read more...]
Back to School Report: 31% of U.S. Kids Missed School Due to Dental Problems
This past school year was a painful one for many U.S. students, according to a new Delta Dental survey. The survey finds that more than 30 percent of parents said their children between the ages of six and 12 had to miss school due to an oral health problem. School Absence … [Read more...]