Meadowlark Dental Care Blog

Happy Early Labor Day! With the new school year lurking in the back of everyone's minds, now is the best time to start on those healthy habits, like brushing your teeth, with your kids. Can you already hear the waterworks and tantrums start when you even think of mentioning it's time to brush teeth? Hopefully this post helps to t urn brushing time from                                       this:                                                                                                            to this! Here are five tips and tricks to making those 4 minutes per day a little more enjoyable for everyone: Make...

Happy Independence Day! Nothing says summer more than celebrating our freedom with fireworks and ice cream! For those of you who just cringed at that sentence, it may be because the thought of having something cold hit your teeth sends preliminary phantom pains into the nerves of your teeth. If that's the case, you probably have sensitive teeth. There are a few different reasons why you might have sensitive teeth, but the good news is you can treat it!  Possible Causes: Cavities Gum Recession (Exposed Roots) Worn Enamel Fractured Teeth The treatment depends on the cause, so it is important to discuss with your dentist your sensitivity issues. The fix may be as easy as switching toothpaste! When worn enamel is the culprit, using a toothpaste targeted towards sensitivity can help with symptoms. I personally recommend Sensodyne brand. Sensitive toothpastes work because they contain potassium nitrate which calms your tooth's nerves and help...

This is a question that I get quite frequently from my patients. The type of toothpaste that I recommend will vary based on the needs of that patient. One factor to take into consideration is sensitivity. If you have sensitive teeth I recommend Sensodyne. I have seen the best results for sensitivity with their paste. There are several types of Sensodyne, all of which are equally great. For more information on Sensodyne products go to  https://us.sensodyne.com/ . Another factor to be aware of is the advertised "whitening" toothpaste. Whitening toothpastes tend to be much more abrasive but do not “whiten” teeth as much as they “scrape” teeth. They can even cause some sensitivity and damage. I would avoid using whitening toothpastes and stick to other means for whitening. If you have questions about whitening your teeth, please contact our office for options or leave a comment below. The last factor I look for when recommending toothpaste is whether or not it conta...