How Sugar Affects Your Teeth Most people would say that it is fairly common knowledge that sugar is bad for your teeth, but this has not always been the case. In fact, it is believed that ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle was the first to observe that sweet food like soft figs lead to tooth decay,
read moreThe holidays are a fun and exciting time with friends and family. Of all the festivities going on one thing that you can be sure of is the cameras will come out and people will want fun photos to preserve those memories. If you are worried about your smile here are a few things you
read moreParents have a lot on their plate and taking care of their kids’ oral health is a biggie! The Comfort Care Family Dental team is here to help make it easier for you and your child to implement good oral care practices and develop good dental care habits early on! You can schedule a consultation
read more“Untreated dental disease compromises the child’s ability to eat well, sleep well, and function well at home and at school. The unaesthetic nature of untreated dental decay compromises the child’s self-esteem and social development” (CDA). This is why it is so very important to have an early focus on good dental health for children and to
read moreWhen it comes to dental visits, most of us know that keeping our regular dental checkup at least twice a year is the recommendation. Most of us also know bleeding gums are not normal and are a sign that we need some extra help with our dental care routine. We also know that tooth pain
read moreBaby teeth usually become loose because the permanent teeth are pushing them up and out of the gums as they try to come in. Kids tend to lose teeth in the same order the got them. In most cases, the first teeth to get loose are the front teeth, followed by the canines and then
read moreFinding a general dentist in Naperville can be an intimidating and even frightening prospect especially in areas where there are many dentists to choose from. You know oral health is important and that it is key to maintaining your overall health and wellbeing, but how do you make sure you are going to the right
read moreDental implants have been used for many years in the dental industry and have been hailed as one of the big advances of the dental field. A better understanding of the use of these implants has transformed tooth replacement and overall oral care and hygiene practices and prosthetics. Because of their durability and the recent
read moreToothpaste is a necessity for good oral care and hygiene and it is almost an afterthought in today’s modern world. Most of us take it for granted and don’t think much about it other than when the tube runs out and it’s time to buy more. And even then, most people don’t put much thought
read moreAs we age, wear and tear take a toll on our teeth each and every day. Thankfully, you have the power to greatly reduce the effects and protect your teeth for years to come. Anyone over the age of 55 needs to pay extra close attention to their daily oral care routine. Here at Comfort
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