Feb 22, 2017
There is a clear link between gum disease and heart problems. Studies have shown that people who rarely brush their teeth have 70 percent more risk of suffering from heart disease compared with people who brush their teeth twice daily. Studies conducted by the...
Feb 15, 2017
When you reach for that tube of toothpaste each morning and night, you probably don’t stop to think about how it came to be. In fact, it has its origins in Egypt as early as 5,000 BC. Toothpaste was used even before toothbrushes were invented. The ancient Greeks and...
Feb 7, 2017
As Valentine’s Day approaches, you may find yourself contemplating the perfect gift to show your loved one that you care. You may give flowers, a romantic card, candy, or perfume. Then you can cap the day off with a romantic, candlelight dinner. Sweet Treats Sweet...
Feb 3, 2017
Oral hygiene was practiced 5,000 years ago when people frayed the end of a stick by chewing on it. The frayed end was then used to clean the teeth and rub away food debris. The Egyptians and the Babylonians were the first groups of people who cleaned their teeth this...
Jan 26, 2017
Patients who are under treatment for periodontal or gum disease may need to see a specialist, called a periodontist, if their condition continues to worsen. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in dealing with the supporting structures of the teeth—including...
Jan 23, 2017
Why would a dentist care about your blood pressure? After all, blood pressure can help ward off things like stroke and heart attacks, but dental care treats cavities and gum disease. There’s an important link, though, which explains why many dentists take their...
Jan 17, 2017
A child’s first tooth usually appears between six and nine months of age. You would think that a new tooth, especially in a child so young, would be free from any dental problems. However, even infants are susceptible to a type of tooth decay known as early childhood...
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Jan 14, 2017
As a human being who is wired to be social, your pearly whites play a huge role every time you meet new people. Besides, it’s hard to eat without them, right? Since it’s New Year, why not consider “strengthening teeth” your resolution?...
Jan 10, 2017
January includes celebrations of the New Year and Martin Luther King Day. What most people don’t know, however, is that it is also National Thank You Month. In observance of this occasion, the dentists and staff of Felt Family Dentistry wish to thank our patients and...
Jan 4, 2017
People commonly make New Year’s resolutions about different aspects of their health. They may want to lose weight, build more muscle, or improve their cardiovascular fitness. Interestingly, people seldom set goals pertaining to their dental care, but this is still a...
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