Fun facts of the dental world ...

Did you know.. that tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body.

Did you know.. people who drink 3 or more glasses of soda each day have 62% more tooth decay, fillings and tooth loss than others. So drink more water!

Did you know.. the standard advice to “see your dentist twice a year” was actually invented by an ad agency for Pepsodent toothpaste! Your dental professional should recommend the correct schedule for your regular dental visits.

Did you know ...

Did you know that prisoners have braided floss together and used it to escape.

Do you know what the benefits are of a nightguard?

They hold the upper and lower teeth in place.

Protects them from fracturing.

Protects the jaw joint (TMJ).

Prevents gum recession.

Did you know ..

50 million pounds of toothbrushes are tossed in landfills every year. Recycle your toothbrush and they can be used for park benches, roads and other useful items.

How often should you floss?

ADA says: Floss once a day. Tooth brushing doesn’t clean between the teeth, so germs can grow there and cause tooth decay and gum disease.

Did you know that ..

Baby teeth, also called primary teeth, are just as important as permanent teeth. They hold space in the jaws for permanent teeth that are growing under the gums. Baby teeth start to form during the embryo phase of pregnancy. The process of shedding baby teeth and the replacement by permanent teeth is called exfoliation. This may last from age six to age twelve. By age twelve there usually are only permanent teeth remaining. Here is a teething age of baby teeth and when you should expect each tooth to erupt:

Central incisors : 6–12 months
Lateral incisors : 9–16 months
First molars : 13–19 months
Canine teeth : 16–23 months
Second molars : 22–33 months

If you have any further questions concerning your childrens teeth give us a call at the office, our hours are
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What is periodontal probing?

A periodontal probe is an instrument used in dentistry to measure the pocket depth of the gums around your teeth. It's usually long, thin and blunted at the end. Their are indication lines that help measure in millameters.

What is the purpose, you ask?
The purpose is to ensure your gums are healthy. When the hygienist does your daily cleaning, once a year they will measure your gums. The lower the number the better. If we can diagnose that your gums need some healing, periodontal probing is the best way to do so. By measuring your gums on an annual basis we can diagnose the early stage of gum disease and to help maintain a healthy mouth.