The holiday season brings more than just cold weather and shopping sprees, but plenty of treats for the whole family. It’s great fun baking in the kitchen together with your little ones, but all the sugary sweets could take a toll on their teeth. Before you stock up for the winter on sweets, take a […]
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The Differences in Dental Veneers
Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. If you’re sensitive that your teeth are discolored or misshaped, veneers can help you gain your confidence back by giving you an ideal smile. Veneers are most commonly made of either composite resin or porcelain. Both types of veneers are custom-made, thin shells […]
Family Activities that Promote Good Oral Health Habits
Let’s face it, kids just don’t understand the importance of dental hygiene at such a young age, and brushing teeth can be quite the hassle for some parents. If your tiny tot is not excited about brushing, then we have a few tips that can help make the process more fun and exciting! Take a […]
Your Braces Throwdown: Conventional vs Six Month Smiles
There was a time when the word “braces” meant one thing. Thankfully, times have changed. Professionals have grown in understanding all things having to do with straight teeth. There’s just one problem… All the options! Thanks to Dr. Anthony Nettey-Marbell and his professional team at Parkside Family Dental, we’ve got an active to bring clarity to […]
Nightly Rituals for Healthy Teeth
Your oral health is important to care for no matter the time of day, but there’s a lot that goes on in your mouth during the night. Here are some tricks and tips for maintaining great oral health, even right before you turn in for a good night’s sleep. Rule 1: Don’t Skip Brushing Before […]
Everything You Need to Know about Dental Implants
Dental implants are a common dental practice for replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Dental implants are safe, healthy, and permanent so you will not have to treat your implant any differently than your real teeth. They will look completely natural and you won’t notice a difference either physically or cosmetically. An implant will help […]
Do you Have to Toss Your Toothbrush Following an Illness?
When you’re sick, your germs spread quickly: to doorknobs, to light switches, to your personal computer and even through your air conditioning. When you recover from an illness, what happens to your toothbrush? Do you think you can reinfect yourself with your germs after an illness if you don’t thoroughly disinfect your brush? Read more […]
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Oral cancer can be spotted in a dental check-up or during a teeth cleaning. Your dentist and dental hygienist are both trained to spot signs of oral cancer. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, earlier detection usually does correlate with higher survival rates. With April being Oral Cancer Awareness Month, it is the perfect time […]
What Is a Tooth Made of?
You use your teeth every single day for chewing and speaking, but have you ever wondered what teeth are actually made of? The natural whiteness and hard surface might have made you think they are made of bone, but in fact they are much more complicated than that. The complexity of a tooth is something […]
A Parent’s Tips for Getting Your Child to Brush Their Teeth
It’s been said that you can never be unhappy when brushing your teeth! If you disagree, maybe the first step toward encouraging your child to brush is to find things that you appreciate about your oral health. Sharing a positive attitude about the process goes a long way, but if you’ve tried sharing your own […]