15 Myths and Facts About Cavities
You've probably been told since you were a kid to do everything you can to avoid cavities. But if you're like most of us, you may still...
How a stainless steel crown can save a baby tooh
Written by Donna Pleis for Colgate.com Even though the primary dentition (commonly known as baby teeth) are temporary, it's important to...
Soda Or Pop? It's Teeth Trouble By Any Name
It's called "pop" in the Midwest and most of Canada. It's "soda" in the Northeast. And it goes by a well-known brand name in much of the...
Healthy Summer Snacks
Summer is upon us! It's prime time for picnics, playing outdoors and barbecues galore. It's an ideal time for healthy living and...
Brushing Without Toothpaste: Should You Even Bother?
It’s happened to all of us. You’re unpacking your travel bag after a long trip, and you’re dyin’ to get to bed. Eager to brush up and hit...
Choosing the Right Sippy Cup
Sippy cups. The cup for toddlers. Or, is it? After all, there’s the “transition cup,” the “toddler cup” and the “kid bottle.” Which is...
I've Taken Geography in School, but What is a Geographic Tongue?
"Mom, do you know what's going on with my tongue? … It's got some weird patches on it … yuck!" How's that for a question not commonly...
Scared No More: 5 Tips to Help Kids Overcome Fear of Dentists
If your child is afraid of the dentist, they’re not alone. In fact, a majority of adults have a fear of the dentist –- as many as 75% --...
Ways your kids can help you in the kitchen
Do you have little one who like to help in the kitchen but you are stressed out trying to find ways to include their help? Check out this...
Mouthguards
From our friends at the ADA: Imagine what it would be like if you suddenly lost one or two of your front teeth. Smiling, talking,...