Tooth Talk is our way of answering many of the questions we get from our patients. Find helpful pediatric, orthodontic, and cosmetic dentistry tips here!
What Sugar Does to Your Teeth We know sugar as the tasty substance that makes our food sweet. Great in ice cream, cakes, and pretty much every other dessert you [...]
How to Fix Gaps & Spaces in Teeth When you think of a perfect smile, do you think of a straight, white set of teeth? In a perfect world, [...]
The Negative Effects of Oral Piercings Facial piercings have become much more of a trend over the past couple of decades. Some people express themselves by having lip piercings or [...]
Why Calcium is Essential for Dental Health Surely, you've been told to drink your milk because it contains calcium, which is good for your teeth. Chances are you've reminded [...]
5 Ways to Keep Your Child's Teeth Healthy During the Holidays It's that time of year again! The holiday season is always a fun and exciting time, but [...]
5 Oral Health Nightmares You’ll Avoid By Committing to Your Oral Health Oral health, just like physical and mental health, improves when you commit to it. There's a reason [...]
6 Reasons to Get Braces as an Adult It’s fairly common to see school-aged kids wearing braces. After all, very few people’s teeth naturally come in perfectly straight. Did [...]
Sealants vs. Fillings: What's the Difference? Outside of routine cleanings, dentists provide a wide range of preventative and restorative treatments that can help keep your teeth in tip-top [...]
How to Have a Tooth-Friendly Halloween Halloween will be here before we know it. There is a lot of hustle and bustle that happens in October to pull together [...]
Removing Baby Teeth At Home Safely & Painlessly Removing your child’s baby tooth can feel both daunting and scary! Parents and guardians alike want to ensure that this kind [...]
Should Parents Be Allowed in the Dental Exam Room? At Snodgrass-King we acknowledge that every child is unique, and that they deserve personalized care that is tailored towards their individual [...]
5 Things You Wouldn't Expect Your Dentist to Know About You You may have told your kids that you have eyes on the back of your head as a [...]
Top Myths and Misconceptions about Pediatric Dentistry Pediatric dentistry deals with the oral health care needs of children from infancy through adolescence. Pediatric dentists are qualified and experienced in providing [...]
Braces for Adults? You might be thinking that braces for adults is a bit of an oxymoron. What can you do about your crooked teeth as an adult? You're too [...]
Pediatric Crossbite Correction | Braces, Retainers, Fluoride, OH MY! While you probably know the definition or could identify an overbite, have you ever heard of a crossbite? If not, [...]
An Orthodontic Cleaning Guide You just made a major investment in braces…. now what? Well, whether that investment was for your child or for yourself the ultimate goal is [...]
Why Flossing is Essential for a Healthy Smile Keep your teeth healthy through daily flossing Have you ever wondered if the dentist can actually tell if you've flossed your teeth [...]
Tips for Teaching Children About The Importance Of Tongue Cleaning It’s tough getting kids to brush their teeth, but parents face another challenge. Teaching children about the importance of tongue [...]
Reasons Your Child Needs A Dental X-Ray New parents may be skeptical about taking their child in for their first dental x-ray, but the American Dental Association - backed by [...]
Cavities Are Not Just for Kids | Reasons Adults Get Cavities When you think about cavities, you may think about sugary treats, sodas, and cereals. Foods that most likely [...]
5 Dental Figures to Celebrate Black History Month The dental profession has been around for centuries (formally since about the 1700s). Thousands of researchers, hygienists, and doctors have contributed to [...]
Your Child’s First Dental Visit (and What You Should Know) Parents always want what is best for their child, especially in those first few years of life. While your [...]
What to Know About Tartar Build-Up and Your Teeth Do you feel your teeth are looking a little more yellow, or noticing sudden tartar build-up with discoloration in between [...]
Do You Know About These Alternative Uses For Dental Hygiene Products? Did you know that the dental hygiene products sitting in your bathroom cabinet have many alternative uses? That’s right; [...]
Keeping your teeth healthy takes more than regular brushing, as what you eat & drink can affect your oral health. Here are 9 foods to avoid!
