How will you celebrate National Smile Day? It’s coming up quick (May 31st), so be thinking about what you’d like to do to share smiles that day! At TrueCare Dentistry, we love the sentiment behind National Smile Day. And… we love that this special day was the brainchild of two dentists — Dr. Tim Stirneman and Jim Wojdyla from Lake in …
Ever heard, “A tooth worm lives in our mouths and causes teeth to ache”? This old wives’ tale seems so absurd that it’s easy to shrug off, but there are some dental myths that are harder to ignore. Let’s look at a few of the most common dental myths and debunk them together. 1. If you’re not having noticeable problems …
Whether you’re a first-time parent or you’ve just had your fifth child, the moment you finally see your new baby face to face brings indescribable joy. And the moment that little one flashes its first toothless smile…is priceless. Especially because that cute no-teeth smile won’t stay that way for long! About six months later, the first tiny tooth will show …
It’s February again. Pink and red hearts dance in the candy and card aisles at every drug store and corner market. In addition to the long-celebrated Valentine’s Day, February also plays host to American Heart Month. Americans first recognized American Heart Month in 1964 in an effort to draw attention to the problem of heart disease in the US and …
When you walk in your grandmother’s house, smells of chocolate greet you. Your favorite three-layered cake is in the oven, freshly baked fudge on the countertop. It’s a chocolate lover’s dream. If that wasn’t enough of a treat for your sweet tooth, holiday parties fill the calendar every December weekend, and candy canes and mini candy bars line the desks …
Ever opened your mouth wide only to hear a loud pop as your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) moved out of place and back in again? Maybe you even felt a sharp pain when it happened, or you’ve noticed that the muscles around your jaw and neck feel achy and tired a lot. A lot of people refer to TMJ disorders simply …
October is National Dental Hygiene Month (NDHM), and the ADHA is celebrating! What is National Dental Hygiene Month, and why should we celebrate? National Dental Hygiene Month (NDHM) is an annual event that the United States’ dental community celebrates in October. It’s worth celebrating because the aim of the campaign is to promote good oral hygiene habits and to increase …
It’s summertime… kids are spending their days splashing in the pool, biking with friends, ziplining at summer camp! It’s hard to think about homework, alarm clock wakeups, research papers, or anything else related to school when everyone’s having so much fun. But a new school year is just around the corner. Soon you’ll be headed to the store with your …
Did you know that every year, millions of Americans live with tooth decay, toothaches, and other oral diseases? What’s more important is knowing that these conditions are often preventable with good oral health habits. June is Oral Health Month, and at TrueCare Dentistry, we’re coming alongside others in our field to promote good oral health habits and give back to …
Do you know anyone who’s always chewing on the ice left after they’ve downed a tall glass of lemonade or another of their favorite summertime refreshers…? Chewing ice is like a pastime for some people, but our teeth are not a big fan of the habit. Chewing ice, crunching popcorn kernels, and even biting down on a piece of hard …
