Hot coffee. Ice cream. A cold glass of tart lemonade… Does even the thought of these treats make your teeth hurt? If your teeth are sensitive to hot or cold, to sour or sweet, you probably weren’t born that way. Tooth sensitivity is usually a sign of something wrong. But it’s often temporary. And it’s always treatable. So if you’ve …
Sneezes and Wheezes: How Oral Hygiene Helps During Cold and Flu Season
It’s that special time of year… when airborne germs fill the air. As people escape the weather outside, they cluster together inside. Colds and flu are just a sneeze away from their next host in workplaces, schools and homes. The Centers for Disease Control reports that flu cases have multiplied in the last several weeks. And hospitalization rates among children …
Floss Like a Boss: Why Flossing Is Essential to Your Health
“Do I really need to floss?” It’s a question we field every day at TrueCare Dentistry, from patients both young and old. The answer? A resounding, “Yes!” We get it; flossing can be a drag. But it truly is very important for your health. And not just your oral health either—flossing offers protection that extends beyond your teeth and gums. …
Healthy Halloween: 10 Tips for Optimal Oral Health During the Sweetest Time of Year
At TrueCare Dentistry, our family dentists and support staff care deeply about our littlest patients’ oral health, and we know you, as parents, do as well! At the same time, we know you want your children to enjoy the fun and excitement that comes with spookiest holiday of the year. That’s why we created our Healthy Halloween guide, which is …