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Fluorosis: What is it?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Many people think dental fluorosis is a disease, but it’s not; it’s a condition that affects the appearance of your tooth’s enamel, not the function or health of the teeth.
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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook
Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must
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March is National Nutrition Month!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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Are you a candidate for dental implants?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
When you are missing teeth, it is critical to replace them. Without all your teeth, chewing and eating can be challenging, as well as uncomfortable. Missing teeth can also destabilize
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Easing the Teething Blues
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
Every moment of your baby’s first year of life is precious, since every day your child grows a little, develops new skills, and discovers new things. Most of it is
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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Oral Health Concerns Specific to Pregnant Women
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
A lot of changes occur in a woman's body during pregnancy. Hormone fluctuations are responsible for many of those changes, including the need for additional attention to the teeth and
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Diastema, or, Mind the Gap!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they
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Does smoking affect oral health?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral
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Troubles with Cementum? Prevent ‘Em!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
Our teeth are a lot more complicated than they look. Beneath that shiny white surface is an entire system of different cell tissues working together to keep each tooth vital
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What Are Chalky Teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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New Year's Day Around the World
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary
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Is soda really bad for your teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
You take a sip of soda – and someone remarks, “That’s going to ruin your teeth!”
Is that true? Is sweet soda the enemy of a healthy smile? The answer, unfortunately,
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Been a While? Come See Us!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Acuña Dentistry is a judgement-free zone, and
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Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Parents are usually expert at taking care of their children’s injuries. You know how to disinfect a cut, soothe a bump on the head, and apply a bandage faster than
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