Gladstone Family Dentistry Blog
Choosing the Right Toothpaste: How to Find “The One”
You’re standing in the middle of the grocery store on the toothpaste aisle, lost. It used to be just toothpaste, right? But now, there are dozens of brands and multiple formulas within each brand and it’s all so overwhelming that it makes you want to go to the candy...
Can Good Oral Health Result in a Happy Heart?
Did you know that cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death around the world? In fact, cardiovascular disease—including heart disease and stroke—claim more than 17.9 million lives every year, meaning that most of us know someone who has been affected....
Fall in Love with these 5 Foods for Better Oral Health
We’ve all heard the phrase “you are what you eat”, and it’s as true for your oral health as it is for the rest of your body! Most of us are aware that sugary treats, starches, carbonated soft drinks and other foods can lead to unhealthy teeth and gums, but did you...
Haven’t Gone to the Dentist in Awhile Because of Anxiety? We Have a Solution
Going to the dentist can be frightening to or cause anxiety in different people. In some cases, this can lead a person to refuse to see a dentist - even if they are in pain, have an obvious dental problem, or their oral health is otherwise suffering. The last thing we...
If These Teeth Could Talk…What Your Teeth Are Trying to Tell You
We’ve all heard the expression “if these walls could talk.” Usually, it’s said because walls clearly have no ability to tell you what’s been going on. Fortunately, the same cannot be said for our teeth! There are many things your teeth can tell you - or at least tell...
Can You Rock a Gorgeous and Affordable Smile? We Say… YES!
Your smile is our favorite feature! That’s why we work so hard to provide the right options for your dental needs. Now, you probably know that maintaining good oral hygiene is the all-important first step in getting and keeping a fab smile. But did you know that there...
Controversy Corner: Let’s Talk Fluoride
There has been a lot of back and forth about fluoride over the years, so we wanted to take a minute to talk about the dental side of this controversy. The fact is that fluoride is found in nature and naturally occurs in everything from fresh water to fruit to dairy...
Your Baby’s First Teeth Are In! Now What?
We have all heard of the “terrible twos” - which is supposed to be when teething begins. But, as many new parents discover, your baby's first teeth come in much earlier than the age of two years old - and teething lasts longer than one year. This can leave many...
Quiz Time: Which Easter Treat is Best for Your Teeth?
Easter is right around the corner! Many of us indulge in treats, big meals, and fun hunts during this Sunday celebration. However, over the years we have all seen different health advice about many of our favorite Easter treats. Probably the most recent back and forth...
Lasers Aren’t Just for Entertaining Your Cat
Lasers are pretty amazing tools. Laser lights can be used in a presentation, to keep a pet entertained, and lasers can also be extremely efficient medical devices! Dentists have actually been using lasers for precise and gentle dental work since 1994 - and technology...
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