Category: Dental health

There is more to taking care of your teeth than brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist twice a year. You need to take care of your teeth in other ways too. You should eat the right foods such as fresh vegetables like carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, etc. You should avoid the wrong foods such as hard… Read more »

Toothpaste is toothpaste, or is it? There are so many pastes on the market today shopping for toothpaste can make your head spin. Do you wonder if they do what they claim? Some claim to whiten, some are for sensitive teeth, and others claim to help protect against gum disease. Which toothpaste are you using?… Read more »

Food can affect your teeth for better or worse. That goes for your overall health, too. That’s why you should choose your foods carefully. It is important to eat healthy. Certain foods are good for your teeth while others are not. Foods that are good for your teeth are usually good for your gums, too…. Read more »

Are you afraid of needles? Ten percent of the population is. It is a phobia called trypanophobia–the fear of needles and injections. According to statistics, at least 20 percent of Americans avoid medical treatment because of their fear of needles. Another 20 percent avoid the dentist because of dental fear and anxiety. At Allen Family… Read more »

Pain upon eating or drinking cold substances such as ice cream, or hot foods and beverages such as soup, coffee, or tea is not uncommon, but it is not normal either. You should be able to eat an array of foods at various temperatures without any dental discomfort. If you’re experiencing painful teeth due to… Read more »

Without strong, healthy teeth you cannot eat a variety of foods to keep your body healthy. You chew with your teeth, but the act of chewing also triggers your saliva production and saliva aids your digestion. A variety of different foods provide a variety of vitamins and minerals that keep your body healthy. You need… Read more »