Apple Dental

07/27/2017

Did you know the toothbrush
was invented in 1498 in China?

That’s according to a 17th century
encyclopedia drawing. The nylon
bristled toothbrush that we use
today was introduced in 1938.

04/25/2017

11/03/2016

What are sealants?

Simply put, it's a thin, protective coating (made from plastic or other dental materials) that adheres to the chewing surface of your back teeth. Sealants have been shown to reduce the risk of decay by nearly 80% in molars.

They are especially important in children! According to the CDC, "school-age children without sealants have almost three times more cavities than children with sealants."

10/21/2016

Among children ages 13-17, sports-related activities were associated with the highest number of dental injuries. $500 million spent on replacing these teeth each year.

The best way to prevent injuries to your teeth is to wear a properly fitted mouth guard!

07/29/2016

Taking care of your family's dental health is a big responsibility. Here are a few smart choices you can make along the way to keep everyone's smiles healthy.

07/15/2016

How does good nutrition impact your child's oral health?
Follow this link to find out!
http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/babies-and-kids/nutrition

04/29/2016

Did you know that the average adult between the ages of 20 and 64 has three or more decayed or missing teeth? If you are missing one or more teeth, there are plenty of reasons to correct the problem. Talk to us for more information about improving your smile!

02/11/2016

WOW! A song played with dental equipment! Who knew dentistry was so musical? ;)

Would love if you would vote for me in the Shorty Awards. ♥ http://shortyawards.com/8th/andrewismusic You can do it once per day until February 18th! Always ...

01/12/2016

What causes teeth to discolor, and what are some PROVEN ways to get the bright smile we all want?

Follow the link to find out!

Find out what stains your teeth and learn more about the in-office and at-home whitening options can help brighten your smile.

11/13/2015

November is Diabetes Awareness month.
Nearly 30 MILLION children and adults in the United States have diabetes.

Follow the link to find out 5 ways diabetes affects your oral health!

http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/diabetes-slideshow

Diabetes can cause many mouth symptoms, including gum disease, dry mouth, infection, change of taste and slow healing. Learn more about how to prevent and treat these complications.

10/09/2015

According to the Center for Disease Control, nearly 1/2 of people over age 30 are suffering from some form of gum disease.

Are you one of them?

Regular exams and cleanings are vital in preventing and diagnosing this silent, but dangerous disease! Often, gum disease can be present, even without obvious symptoms.