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Helpful Chart from the Minnesota Dental Association Shows Soda Sugar & Acid. When in doubt, water's always a great choice!
May 9, 2011
Summer's coming and many families will begin to get used to living life at the concession stand. Before you reach for a soda and let your kids do the same, you might want to check out how much sugar and acid is in soda and soft drinks. This sugar and acid can wreak havoc on your teeth! This list courtesy of the Minnesota Dental Association shows the sugar and acid content in some popular soft drink brands. Share this with your family to encourage healthier beverage choices. Read More
What are the benefits of Invisalign(R) invisible braces and how does the process work?
March 23, 2011
For those curious about Invisalign invisible braces or exploring Madison youth and adult orthodontic options, here is an overview of the Invisalign process and some of the reasons that Invisalign invisible braces have become so popular as an orthodontics option. Read More
GameFace Mouth Guards Help Provide Sports Safety
March 18, 2011
In a few weeks thousands of young athletes will head to the soccer field with their mandatory shin guards and spikes, but few will be wearing mouth guards, despite the fact that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reports that soccer is among the leading causes of oral-facial and dental injuries in all of sports. Read More
Ten Foods That Are Good For Your Body And Your Smile
March 3, 2011
Can what you eat be good for your teeth as well as your body? Read More
Can my dentist turn snoring into sleeping beauty?
February 21, 2011
If putting the pillow over your head hasn't put an end to your misery over your partner's snoring, there's hope. Or if you're tired of your snoring being the cause of someone else's sleeping issues, it's time to take action. Read More
Sip all day. Get decay. Soda can harm your oral health.
February 15, 2011
The phrase "Sip all day. Get decay." was originated and made popular by the Minnesota Dental Association. This phrase captures the connection between soda and tooth decay, and it has caught on in family dental centers around the country due to the increased incidence of tooth decay caused by soda and other high-sugar beverages. Read More
What To Expect When You're Expecting, Or Would Like to Be: A Trip to the Dentist is Important for Moms-To-Be or If You May Be Soon…
February 13, 2011
If you are expecting a baby or would like to be soon, visit your family dental center as part of your efforts to be a healthy mom and have a healthy baby. Read More
Does a Healthy Smile Lead to a Healthy Heart? Research shows a link between oral and overall health
February 8, 2011
February is National Heart Disease Awareness Month, in recognition of the fact that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and increasing knowledge about prevention. But did you know that better dental health can help improve your heart health? Read More
Your dentist may be able to relieve chronic headaches caused by TMJ
February 1, 2011
Headaches are one of the most common symptoms of a TMJ (temporomandibular joint) problem. Tension headaches are the most common type of headache, and the TMJ headache is a tension type of headache. It is often described as a feeling of wearing a hat two sizes too small, with pain in a ring around the head, or as a migraine headache. Read More
