If you’re like most people, you brush your teeth twice a day to keep your smile healthy and bright. This is a great habit to have. After all, your toothbrush is your mouth’s first line of defense against bacteria and plaque that can build up and lead to cavities. As important as daily brushing is, though, you may be doing your smile more harm than good if you don’t switch out your toothbrush every now and then. Here’s how often you should change your toothbrush to prevent the spread of bacteria.

At the beginning of each year, many make New Year’s resolutions to improve their appearances or advance their careers. Getting a confident, healthy smile can help you accomplish both of these goals! If you’re ready to get the beautiful teeth you deserve, here are 4 resolutions that can help you do it.

Dentists can preserve teeth for longer than ever using the latest advancements in dentistry. New technologies, techniques, and methods transform all aspects of your dental care to keep your teeth and gums healthy. With innovations around every corner, it can be difficult to keep up with new dental trends. Here are 5 revolutionary improvements you can expect to see over the next decade.

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Did you know that sugar can be addictive? Unfortunately, it is easy to get hooked because sugar and high fructose corn syrup seems to be in everything! Even if you don’t think that you are having very much sugar, chances are that you are breaking through the recommended daily sugar intakes. However, breaking this habit is incredibly difficult, especially when you are having strong sugar cravings throughout the day. Read on for some tips that can help you beat these cravings so you can have a healthier diet.

You pay premiums for it every month, and you vaguely understand that it’s important, but do you really understand how your dental insurance works? If the technical-sounding language that dental insurance companies use confuses you, you’re not alone. Many patients don’t fully understand the ins and outs of their plans, and end up overpaying for their dental care as a result. Continue reading to learn five tips on how to maximize dental insurance benefits and make the most of your coverage.