Winston-Salem Dentist Dr Dan Driscoll
During February, we celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month. It is sponsored by the American Dental Association to raise awareness about the importance of dental health. Yet, even with awareness raised, tooth decay is the No. 1 chronic childhood condition. More than 40 percent of children have dental cavities by the time they reach kindergarten. …
You may be brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day, but are you brushing your tongue? If you’re not, you may want to include this step in your regular oral care routine. Why Should I Brush My Tongue? Basically, your tongue is covered in bacteria (more than 700 bacterial species), which loves to accumulate …
Is there a special someone in your life who can’t — or simply won’t — floss between his or her teeth? Then a water flosser may just be the perfect gift! What Is a Water Flosser? Known as the Water Pik back in the 1970s, the water flosser is a hand-held device that has become …
Being told you need a root canal may cause you to feel anxious or worried and full of questions. While the procedure has had a bad reputation in the past, it really is not so scary and can help you save a tooth. What Is a Root Canal? A root canal is a treatment for …
October starts the season of sugary treats when the Halloween candy is lining the aisles, just waiting to be replaced by the treats of the Christmas holiday season. “Hmmm,” you might think, “what could I give out to trick-or-treaters or as a holiday gift instead of a bunch of sugar? I know, popcorn would be …
Did you know that if you have gum disease, you are more likely to have heart disease? This is just one of the reasons why it is so important to have regular check-ups with your dentist and get your teeth cleaned regularly. What Is Gum Disease? Gum disease is an inflammatory condition of the tissues …
After August’s all-consuming solar eclipse preparations, there are only a few days left to make back-to-school preparations. Here are some quick tips for healthy lunchbox packing so you and your child can avoid the many processed foods and hidden salt and sugars. Lunchables may be easy, but they are full of sodium. For example, the …
Blondes often worry about chlorine turning their hair green, but as you splash around in the pool this summer, be mindful that chlorine can have an effect on the color of your teeth as well. Chlorine is an antimicrobial that is used to sanitize swimming pools and Jacuzzis and keep them free of the bacteria …
In September 2016, the Food And Drug Administration gave manufacturers one year in which to remove triclosan from anitmicrobrial hand soaps. This decision was made due to a lack of evidence about triclosan’s safety. Then, more recently, a group of 200 scientists, medical doctors and public health professionals, representing 29 countries, published a statement that …
Summer is almost here, and we know you’ll be slathering on the sunscreen to protect your skin … but the good news is that a little bit of sun exposure helps you get enough vitamin D. Combine that with some calcium-rich foods, and you are on your way to keeping your teeth (and bones) healthy …