Quit That Ice-Chewing Habit!
WHAT’S SO BAD about chewing ice? It can actually do a…
A New Reason To Eat More Fish
Welcome to the Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS blog. I am Dr. Dale Behner. In the article “Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,” author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent study links diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk of . Gum disease is a common dental …
What Builds a Healthy Smile?
WE ALL KNOW how important daily brushing and flossing are to a growing child’s smile. We know about scheduling regular dental appointments, and hopefully we know that cutting back on sugar and keeping it to mealtimes instead of snacks throughout the day is also important. But what about the vitamins and minerals that help build …
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you Beef jerky and pitted fruits. 2. Chewing on hard things This includes fingernails, pencils, pen caps, and ice. 3. Grinding your teeth If you grind your teeth, counsel with your dentist. An appliance can safeguard your smile. 4. Eating too much sticky food Gummy candy, dried …
A Noteworthy Dental Experience
When Dr. Dale Behner walks into the room, you typically feel the atmosphere kick up a notch. Here at Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS we see patients for anything from fillings to sedation dentistry to cleaning requests. Having your teeth cleaned can be just as critical as addressing cavities and taking …
Types of Dental Careers
WHAT DOES A CAREER in dentistry look like? Being a dentist is an incredibly…
Starting Chemo? How Are Your Teeth?
If you are scheduled for cancer treatment due to a recent diagnosis or relapse, oral health is probably not your first priority. However, the team at Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS counsels you to give some attention to your teeth to prevent or minimize common cancer-related dental complications. According to the …
The Impact of Chemistry on Oral Health
HOW MUCH DO you remember from learning about the pH scale in science class? Don’t…
The Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS Guide To Teeth Whitening
So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s a competitively-priced way to enhance your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings. Here are 5 things Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS recommends when it comes to teeth whitening: Meet with your dentist …
Weird Mouth Trivia to Drop at Parties
LOOKING FOR SOME trivia to impress people once we can safely have parties again? We…
