Broomall Dentist, Dr. Sander White

09/26/2023

40% of kids will have at least one cavity by the time they start school, usually due to poor oral hygiene and eating and drinking lots of sugary things. It's critical to teach kids good oral health habits early on and to help them brush their teeth until they are able to do it themselves, but it can still be tricky for them to clean out the crevices in their molars. 🦷 That's where sealants come in.

Dental sealants are a layer of clear plastic that we brush onto the chewing surfaces of teeth to keep cavity-causing plaque and bacteria out. Sealants reduce childhood tooth decay in the back teeth by as much as 80%, which is why they've been such a popular treatment since the 1960s. The application process is quick, painless, and easy and can be done within a regular appointment. 😊

We recommend that kids get sealants as soon as their first adult molars erupt, which is usually around age 6. The earlier, the better, but sealants aren't only for young children; older kids, teens, and adults can get them too! 👍

09/23/2023

Happy first official day of fall! Would you rather explore a pumpkin patch or get lost in a corn maze? 🎃🌽

09/20/2023

The goal of fluoride is to stop tooth decay and it became popular in the 1950s when discovered by Frederick McKay, a dentist, who noticed many Colorado natives had significant brown staining on their teeth. Did you know this fun fact? 🤔

09/19/2023

"Always a pleasure seeing Dr White. He is understanding & cares about the patient even more than just dentistry. His techniques make your dentist experience as comfortable as possible. His staff is awesome!" says S

★★★★★ Always a pleasure seeing Dr White. He is understanding & cares about the patient even more than just dentistry. His techniques make your dentist experience as comfortable as possible. His staff is awesome!

09/18/2023

September is Gum Care Month so we wanted to share some tips on how you can best care for your gums to keep them healthy! 👍

09/15/2023

For as long as there have been people, there has been tooth decay, but people in past civilizations didn’t have as many answers about what caused their tooth problems as we do now. That led to some very strange beliefs about dental health. One of the most common was the “tooth worm.” 😲

As far back as 5000 B.C. in ancient Sumeria, people were blaming their cavities on tooth worms. They are mentioned in ancient Chinese scripts from 1500 B.C. too, and the Roman Empire and medieval Europeans also believed there were worms gnawing at their teeth.

Where did this idea come from? 🤔 There are a few theories. Dental roots could maybe be described as worm-like, so people who didn’t know better might’ve assumed that was the case. They were also familiar with a variety of parasitic worms, including guinea worms in drinking water. They could’ve assumed something similar was affecting their teeth. They also used henbane seed treatments, and the ash of burned henbane seeds resembles worms.

Although oral bacteria is something we must fight daily by brushing and flossing, tooth worms are, thankfully, a myth. 🙌 The real culprit behind most cavities is sugar!

09/13/2023

Football season is back! 🏈 Who’s ready? Comment the team you’ll be rooting for this season!

09/11/2023

Honoring the brave and remembering the fallen on this day, 22 years ago. 🇺🇸

09/08/2023

Remember, the most beautiful thing you can wear is your smile and we are so lucky to see it when you come in! ☺️

09/06/2023

September is Su***de Awareness Month, a time to shed light on mental health and show support for those who may be struggling. 💚 Let's break the stigma, spread awareness, and offer a helping hand to those in need. Remember, you are not alone, and there is always hope. 🌟 ***deAwarenessMonth

09/04/2023

Let's take a moment to honor those who keep our world moving forward with their unwavering effort and passion. Happy Labor Day! 💪🎉

09/01/2023

The month of fall is here and we’re excited for a new season and new changes! 🍂