Good for the Body, Good for the Mouth
What we put into our bodies can certainly affect how we feel and how healthy we are. But eating the right foods to fuel your body goes beyond enhancing overall health. During this National Nutrition Month, your Austin dentist wants to let all of our patients know how proper nutrition can also benefit your oral […]
Think Twice Before Drinking That Green Beer
The luck of Irish tends to be with everyone during St. Patrick’s Day, whether or not there’s an ounce of Irish in them. Besides wearing a lot of green, one of the most common ways to celebrate this holiday is by drinking a lot of beer. At our dental office in Austin, we hope that […]
National Pet Dental Health Month
Every February, the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) sponsors National Pet Dental Health Month to raise awareness of the importance of proper dental care for our furry best friends. While our Austin dental office doesn’t treat these cuddly critters, we know a lot of our patients have pets, and we’d like to provide them tips […]
American Heart Health Month & Its Link to Dentistry
You may be wondering why your dentist in Austin is choosing to talk about heart health. As a dedicated member of your medical team, we’re not only concerned with keeping your teeth and gums healthy, but rather we’re committed to keeping your whole body healthy. And it just so happens that your oral health plays […]
6 Surprising Things That Put You at Risk for Cavities
We all know that following a proper brushing and flossing routine at home can go a long way in protecting your smile against cavities. But even if you always brush twice a day and floss daily, there are still some things that may be putting you at risk for cavities. Join our Austin dental office […]
How Do You Know When it’s Time to Go to a Dentist in Austin?
You should go to the dentist at least every six months, but it’s something that’s so often foregone. Whether you miss your dental checkups due to a crazy schedule or perhaps a fear of the dentist, the team at our Austin dental office is here to both encourage you to keep up with your bi-yearly […]
The Truth You Need to Know About Whitening Toothpaste
Everyone dreams of having a brilliant white smile. But the truth is, not all of us are blessed with a dazzlingly bright, superstar smile. In an attempt to transform our grins, we often turn to whitening toothpastes. In fact, nearly $100 million was spent on just two brands of whitening toothpastes in 2017 alone. But […]
The Common Cold and Dental Health
When you’re dealing with a cough that just won’t go away, you’d give anything to make it stop. So you do what anyone battling the common cold would do and head to your nearest pharmacy to load up on the best over-the-counter cough syrup you can find. While this remedy can finally make your coughing […]
Is Drinking Wine Bad for Your Teeth?
There’s been a popular belief surrounding red wine and its benefits to heart health floating around for years. We even found an article suggesting that drinking a glass of red wine a day has the same type of benefits as spending an hour at the gym. But we’re not here to debunk or support any […]
Your Austin Dentist Says, “Eat Chocolate!”
We’ve got some fantastic news for all of our patients and neighbors with an active sweet tooth! It may come as a surprise, but the team at our Austin dental office is telling everyone to go ahead and eat chocolate — for your smile’s sake! But before you head out to buy a dozen of […]