By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Tooth enamel plays a critical role in overall dental wellness. Its hard, translucent coating protects the crown of the tooth from bacteria that could compromise its integrity and lead to plaque buildup and tooth decay. Fortunately, most enamel erosion can be prevented. In this post, we’re going to share five main … Continue reading 5 Helpful Tips for Preventing Tooth Enamel Erosion
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert It’s not disputed that whiter teeth lend themselves to a more attractive smile. Statistically, more than 66% of Americans recall attractive features about someone more easily than they recall unattractive features. Thus, a white smile and straight teeth leave a stronger impression than a dull smile and crooked teeth. In fact, … Continue reading Tips for Whiter Teeth Between Your Recare Visits
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Like it or not, cold and flu season is upon us. While we can’t always avoid getting sick, there are some things to keep in mind when a cold or the flu hits your family. Here are some important tips from your friends at Eggert Family Dentistry to help you protect … Continue reading Oral Care Tips for Cold & Flu Season
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert At no other time in a woman’s life is nutrition as important as when she is eating both for herself and for her unborn baby. A growing baby requires a high concentration of vitamins and minerals – nutrients that will largely determine his or her health at birth and in certain … Continue reading Nutrition Tips for Pregnancy
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Good dental health starts when your child is very young and actually even before birth. The development of cavities in primary teeth increases the risk of developing cavities in permanent teeth. Cavities can then lead to infection of the teeth and can result in tooth loss. So what are some ways … Continue reading 10 Tips for Taking Care of Your Little One’s Teeth
By Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Gingivitis – inflammation of the gums – is no laughing matter. Typically caused by a bacterial infection, gingivitis is all-too-common and if left untreated can result in periodontitis and tooth loss and increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, stroke and lung disease. Fortunately, proper care goes a long way in … Continue reading Gingivitis: An Overview & Prevention Tips
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Have you noticed how busy teens are today? In addition to school and a few hours of homework every night, they’ve got soccer practice, dance lessons, and marching band. On weekends, the stress continues with all-day tournaments and a packed social calendar. While being so on-the-go, it’s easy to see how … Continue reading Teen Nutrition Tips for a Healthy Mouth and Body
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Keeping our teeth clean for the sake of a healthy mouth is nothing new. Over 5000 years ago, the ancient Egyptians created chew sticks—bamboo sticks with frayed ends—to get food out of their teeth and freshen their breath. They also developed toothpaste made from a combination of powdered ashes. However, in … Continue reading The Link Between Periodontal Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need to Know
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Yes, Halloween is just around the corner, and before you know it, adorable costumed children will show up on your doorstep hoping to avoid tricks and add some sugary treats to their stash. We don’t think there could be a better time to delve … Continue reading Frighteningly Good Dental Hygiene: How to Keep Your Smile Scarily Clean
By: Dr. Elizabeth Eggert Halloween is fast approaching, and while children rejoice at the prospect of consuming as much candy as possible, parents know that copious amounts of sugar can have monstrous effects on their teeth. But not all Halloween candy is created equal! There is a certain kind of candy that, for dental professionals, … Continue reading Power of Sour: The Candy That Has Us Spooked
