Bruxism, or as you may call it, grinding your teeth, is more than just a bad habit--it can lead to…
How well do you know your teeth? Like everything else, we don’t truly appreciate something until it’s gone. Any patient…
Common Toothpaste Ingredients Our ancestors used crushed charcoal, chalk, bricks, and salt as toothpowders. Some cultures relied on chewing sticks…
Since February is designated as Heart Health Awareness month, Dr. Jeffrey Allen and our staff at Allen Family Dentistry would…
Valentine’s Day celebrations go back for centuries. In fact, Ancient Romans celebrated a similar holiday on February 14th to worship…
At Allen Family Dentistry, the oral health of our younger patients is very important to us. Establishing proper oral hygiene…
What do you look for when selecting a family dentist? Professionalism? Reputation? Quality? Convenience? All of the above are characteristics…
We all want healthy teeth. The easiest way to do this is to make sure to brush and floss twice…
November is Prematurity Awareness Month The March of Dimes sponsors Prematurity Awareness Month every November, and World Prematurity Day is…
Your tongue is amazing! It’s covered with microscopic hairs called microvilli, also known as taste buds. These tiny receptors send…