Little Rock Family Dental Care Blog

How Should You Be Caring for Your Children’s Teeth?

May 6, 2015

Tips for ages 0-5

Some parents may not know all of the intricacies behind caring for their children’s teeth. For example, oral care should be started before the first tooth even appears. From healthy gums come healthy teeth. Between juices and milk there are a lot of sugars that can contribute to harmful bacteria that build up in your child’s mouth (just like adults). So, it’s imperative that this list of helpful tips be read, recognized and exercised especially during the infancy stages.

1.) After every meal be sure to take a wet washcloth over the gums of your infant to rid of any harmful sugars or acids that could contribute to damage to the gums. Even babies can develop tooth decay before the teeth are visible. The first dentist visit for your child should occur close to and by their first birthday. (more…)

The Importance of Including Your Gums in Your Oral Hygiene Regimen

April 28, 2015

A lot of people know that it’s important to take care of their gums as well as they take care of their teeth. What a lot of people don’t know is how to make sure that they’re doing that.

But first, why are your gums so important? One reason is that periodontal disease (gum disease/gingivitis) is present in more than 50% of adults, and a lot of those people don’t even know that they suffer from it. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of bone loss which can lead to teeth falling out. It’s amazing the amount of people that ignore the signs of gingivitis, most commonly bleeding gums. People will go day in and day out spitting blood into the sink after they brush their teeth and ignore it without talking with a professional. If one day you started bleeding from inside your ears, would you ignore it? Probably not. Bleeding gums are no different and should not be taken lightly. (more…)

The Science Behind the Smile

March 26, 2015

A Guide to Understanding What Makes You Grin

It’s pretty reasonable to assume there is a scientific explanation for most everything in the world and it’s no different for smiling! It’s not something we think about often. It’s a visceral reaction that at its most effective times requires little to no thought. It’s not a learned behavior and is intrinsically one of the first expressions we have as newborns, sometimes within the first two hours of birth.

Would it be surprising to know the average adult smiles around 40 times a day? That’s good! This means they’re authentic, and an authentic smile has been scientifically proven to reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure and your heart rate; it truly is the best medicine. And guess what? Even a “fake” smile has been proven to improve your mood; it tricks your brain into thinking you are indeed happy. The better you feel the better the people around you will feel. Smiles are contagious, so spread the love! (more…)

First Dental Visit Expectations

February 27, 2015

To make your first Little Rock Family Dental Care experience a good one, we’ve created a comfortable environment where you can feel confident in the level of dental care you are going to receive. Your first dental visit promises to be a pleasant experience!

Upon arriving for your first visit, please complete all insurance and health information forms, which can be found on our website. This will allow us to begin your dental exam on time and give you a better experience.

Your first visit will help us get acquainted with one another and will give us an opportunity to learn about your goals and desires for your dental treatment. We believe good dental care begins with open communication and we promise to speak with you directly about any dental conditions that may arise in the future. (more…)

Tips To Keep Your Teeth Stain-Free

January 16, 2015

Who doesn’t want to have a beautiful smile with stain-free teeth? A brighter smile doesn’t just improve the way you look, but it’ll boost your confidence. Thanks to Little Rock Family Dental Care, you can have a brighter smile through the whitening treatments we offer.

Yellow and darkly stained teeth can certainly get in the way of a beautiful smile. Truth is, what you put into your mouth plays a huge role in the color of your teeth. Think about it: if a food or drink can leave a stain on your clothes, it’s very likely it will also stain your teeth over time. (more…)