Baseball season is here! Enjoy a snack at the ballpark that's good for your teeth, too. Sunflower seeds are high in arginine, an amino-acid that helps prevent cavities. Consumed in moderation, arginine may help counteract the effects of sugar, reducing the acids that lead to decay.

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. You can help lower your risk of developing oral cancer, improve treatment success rates and keep your mouth healthy by doing the following:
* Avoid using any tobacco products and limit alcohol consumption.
* Always protect your lips with sun block (oral cancer can be outside your mouth, too).
* Make a dental appointment if a sore in your mouth lasts longer than two weeks.

Bad breath isn't just embarrassing— it can also be a symptom of underlying health problems. Some of the causes of bad breath include:
* Eating foods such as garlic or onions
* Oral bacteria that feed on the food you eat
* Poor saliva production
* Periodontal (gum) disease
* Diabetes
* Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
* Smoking

If you suffer from chronic bad breath, talk to us at your next visit, or call us today to schedule an appointment!

Check out these 6 easy ways to keep your teeth clean and healthy in between brushing and flossing! We promise they'll fit into even the busiest of schedules. 

It's time for spring cleaning! If you haven't had one of your semiannual cleanings yet this year, now is a great time to call and schedule an appointment. We'll refresh your teeth and gums and put some spring in your smile!  Just call us at (407) 205-9585

If you're indulging in more candy than usual this week in celebration of Easter, there are a few ways you can satisfy your sweet tooth responsibly:
* Choose chocolate instead of treats like jelly beans that stick to your teeth.
* Brush and floss after enjoying candy.
* If you're not able to brush and floss right away, rinse thoroughly with water to help wash away sugars.

The conversation about nutrition is often centered around what we shouldn't be eating and drinking, but what about the foods and drinks that are beneficial to our oral and overall health? Some of the best mouth-healthy choices include milk, cheese, nuts, chicken, crunchy fruits and vegetables.

Did you know that the average 12 ounce can of soda contains 10-12 teaspoons of sugar? Limiting your consumption of soda is important not only because of the amount of cavity-causing sugar but also because of the teeth-eroding acids that soda contains. Learn more about soda's effects on your oral and overall health here: http://bit.ly/1LCn6aZ