Western Dental Blog

When it comes to overall well-being, good oral health has a bigger impact than you may think. In fact, maintaining a healthy mouth is probably one of the most important contributors to looking good, feeling better and living longer.

We all dread having bad breath (halitosis), yet it can happen to anyone. It can be a sign of periodontal disease, tooth decay, poor overall oral hygiene or a fondness for cheeseburgers with onions.

If taking your child to the dentist isn’t on your top ten list of things to do, you’re not alone. But there are ways to make your visit a pleasant experience.

The first dental visit is a routine rite of passage and sets the tone for regular visits in the future.

Parents with the best intentions will rarely give their children soda, but are regularly providing fruit juice, believing it’s a healthier choice.

 Which one is better for a child’s teeth – soda or fruit juice? Neither one!

The ADA wants you to know that children should see a dentist every six months. That’s why every February, they sponsor National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health.

Getting kids to brush their teeth is an ongoing challenge in many households. But even the best of brushers can get cavities. Blame it on genetics, the water, or that last piece of sticky candy – cavities are sometimes unavoidable.