We’ve all been there: it’s late, you’re tired, and you just want to fall into bed and skip your nightly routine. And even though it may not seem like skipping brushing your teeth before bed every now and then is a big deal, the next time you want to skip, you may want to consider…
Summer is here! We all know what that means – warm sun, cabins, time at the lake, and outdoor get-togethers. Sweet treats like ice cream and smoothies are cool and refreshing – but piling on those sugary snacks can sneak up on you and wreak havoc on your teeth. To maintain a healthy smile all…
High school graduation is right around the corner! Many high school seniors are getting ready to head off to college in the fall. And while college is an exciting time for more independence, it’s also important to establish healthy dental habits into new schedules and routines, even if students’ parents aren’t around to remind them!…
If you’ve ever ignored the advice from your dentist to floss regularly, you’re not alone. However, dentists have good reasons for wanting patients to brush and floss regularly. Not only does it prevent bad breath, cavities, gingivitis, and other oral health problems, but taking care of your teeth can actually mean living a longer and…
If the falling leaves, cooler temperatures, and pumpkin-flavored everything hasn’t tipped you off yet, the spooky decorations, fake cobwebs, and candy are all clues that Halloween is just around the corner. Sweet treats are one of the best parts of Halloween, especially for kids, but is it possible to enjoy Halloween candy while still avoiding…
With students headed back to school, now is the perfect time to establish healthy habits into a family’s daily routine. If brushing and flossing habits have faded throughout the summer, the structure of a school routine may be just the thing to help build back the habit of taking care of your teeth. While everyone…
Bad habits can be hard to break and good habits can take a while to form but it’s never too early to break old habits and start new ones. The family dentists at Dakota Dental encourage kids to start the habits of good oral health as soon as they can. According to the Centers for…
Our military troops have to combat many things — rigorous training in boot camp, weather extremes in overseas locations, and dangerous military operations. Of all the things troops might have to worry about, healthy teeth might not seem to rank high on the list. But according to Col. Dr. Robert Hale, an oral and maxillofacial…
Most people know the importance of a toothbrush in relation to caring for their teeth and good oral health. However, fewer know how to take care of their toothbrushes. Dakota Dental has some suggestions regarding what kind to get, where to store it, and when to replace it. When it comes to bristles, the firmer…
Are you ready for Easter? This family holiday is often chock full of events and activities, from special church services to egg hunts to big dinners. One thing that is a constant, though, is the presence of candy. At Dakota Dental family dentistry, we are excited about Easter and fun times with family – however,…