What do you really know about xylitol? As a naturally occurring sugar, typically processed from birch trees and corn cobs, xylitol has gained popularity as a sugar substitute and potential dental hygiene game changer. If you’re grasping to understand how anything...
It seems like everywhere you go nowadays you see someone vaping. That large, white, cloud of steam escaping from their mouth and floating around their head is a common sight. Vaping has been around for many years, but it’s only been in the last few years that its...
Ahhh… summer! The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the kids are…bored. Sound familiar? Keeping the kiddos occupied and active (and away from the TV, video games, or iPad) can be a challenge! Never fear – we’re here to help! We’ve compiled a list of 50...
At Fidler on the Tooth, we like to involve you, our patients, when we are creating your treatment plan with the goal of having a healthier mouth. After all, it is your body so why shouldn’t you know exactly why a filling or a crown is being recommended? A technology...
Oral cancer is deadly and it’s on the rise! Smoking and drinking alcohol can put you at high risk for developing this cancer, but there are many who are not a part of this “high risk” group who have also been affected by it. National Oral Cancer Awareness Week is...
Just hearing the words “root canal” can be enough to make most people cringe. The mental image of a root canal patient holding a grossly swollen jaw while groaning with pain has been perpetuated by movies, television, and cartoons. But is that the true picture of...
Nothing beats a good night’s sleep. But getting one can be challenging. Getting deep, restful sleep is important to restoring brain chemicals, strengthening the immune system, balancing hormones, and being able to function effectively throughout the day. The problem...
It’s that time of year again… time to “spring forward” by setting the clock ahead one hour. Before you get all panicky thinking about losing an hour of sleep in an already too-short day, remember that moving your clock forward actually gives you an extra hour of...
We’ve all experienced it: The uncomfortable feeling that our breath isn’t as fresh as it should be. Millions of dollars are spent by Americans each year on mouthwash, mints, etc. to protect against offending workmates, friends, and family with our less-than-sweet...
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Has it been a while since your last dental checkup? We get it – life gets busy. You’re keeping up with your brushing and flossing, not experiencing any pain, and your teeth look fine, so does it really matter? The truth is that avoiding or skipping regular dental...
