7 New Year’s Tips to Improve your Dental Health
How are your New Year’s resolutions coming along? As we approach the end of January, it’s the perfect time to reaffirm the resolutions you made, and possibly ad a few new ones. Whether it’s finishing up the dental plan that got neglected due to the pandemic, or just improving our flossing habits, now is the […]
Keeping A Healthy Smile Through The Holidays
We are really in the thick of the Holiday Season now. Many of us have always been overwhelmed with candies, hot chocolate and cookies, so it is really important to keep up good dental hygiene the whole time. As hard as it is, try your best to avoid candies and other sugary sweets, but especially […]
Water vs. Sparkling Water vs. Soda
Proper hydration is extremely important, even in the Winter months. But sometimes we crave a little more than just water for refreshment. Sometimes we want a nice sparkling water or a crisp soda, but what are those drinks doing to our teeth? Plain, un-sparkling water is still the best for your teeth. Not only does […]
What’s the best mouthwash for you?
Choosing the best tools for oral health care can be a challenging task and mouthwash is no exception. It seems like there is no end to the different kinds of mouthwash and the different benefits of each one, so which one is right for you? Fluoride mouthwash is always an excellent place to start and […]
Your Teeth VS Halloween Candy
We are getting close to the spookiest time of the year! As you get ready for a safe and fun Halloween, it is important to remember to take your dental health into consideration. Everyone knows that candy consumption hits a high point during the Halloween month. Let’s take a look at what that can do […]
Cosmetic Spotlight: Teeth Whitening
A bright smile is often the first impression you leave on someone. Whether is a professional or recreational setting, having whiter teeth will give you the confidence to smile and help you seem friendlier. Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental’s in-office whitening has many more benefits than your drug store whitening products. In fact, in-office teeth whitening […]
Top Five Foods & Drinks For Better Dental Health
We talk alot about bad dental habits when it comes to food, but what about good food habits? Here is a quick top five foods and drinks for better dental health. Fruits and Vegetables We all knew fruits and vegetables were going to be on this list, as they are some of the healthiest foods […]
Can you brush your teeth too much?
Brushing regularly is vital to maintaining good oral health and a beautiful smile. However, can you have too much of a good thing? Brushing your teeth to much or too hard, often called over brushing can have some detrimental effects on your oral health and can lead to toothbrush abrasion. The first problem over brushing […]
Stay Hydrated!
For the duration of the Covid-19 pandemic, face masks have been an important part in helping to reduce the spread of the disease. However, something we are noticing is that wearing the masks has caused people to drink water less frequently, resulting in not being properly hydrated as often. Additionally, as we move into Summer, […]
Bad Breath – Causes & Fixes
Nobody wants to be near someone with bad breath. Also known as halitosis, bad breath can be a leading cause of failed social interactions. Fortunately, there are many simple self-care solutions that will help you treat and prevent bad breath. Some Common Causes Of Bad Breath Include: Food The breakdown of food particles in and […]