What is a Sealant and Why Does My Tooth Need It?
Posted by We all know that brushing our teeth and flossing on a daily basis are some of the best preventative measures we can take to keep our teeth healthy, but did you know that there are other preventative measures available to help protect your teeth? Seal...
Simply Smiles’ Christmas Gift Guide
It’s hard to believe that another year is coming to a close and that the holidays are once again upon us. The holiday season usually brings excitement and joy, but it can often cause stress as well. Christmas is right around the corner, and if you�...
Is it Possible to Overbrush Your Teeth?
Brushing your teeth is the number one step in your daily oral care routine that will keep your teeth clean and help you maintain your dental health. When we think of dental hygiene, brushing our teeth is most likely the first image that comes to mind...
Something Tooth Be Thankful For (Giving Thanks for Your Dental Health)
Thanksgiving is the time of year where we slow down and take stock of all we have to be thankful for. We gather together and spend quality time with our loved ones over a mouthwatering feast. We laugh, we talk, and we eat until we feel we might pop. ...
World Smile Day
Smiles are the one universal language; they communicate friendliness, happiness, and joy no matter where you are in the world. Mother Theresa said: “I will never understand all the good a single smile can accomplish.” Being in the business of smi...
National Dental Hygiene Month
Did you know that October is National Dental Hygiene month? It’s the time of the year to take inventory of your oral health, and to celebrate the work of our wonderful dental hygienists. A recent dental hygienist opinion survey taken in 2018 found ...
Gum Care Month – How to Appreciate and Maintain Healthy Gums
September is National Gum Care month, and at Simply Smiles, we believe healthy gums are truly something to celebrate! In our office, every day is gum care day. Healthy gums are not only important for the health of your teeth and mouth, but also for t...
Beating Tooth Sensitivity – Simply Smiles’ Best Tips
Picture this: You bite into your ice cream cone on a hot summer day, but instead of enjoying your tasty treat, you immediately experience shooting pain in your teeth. Maybe you’ve experienced tooth pain triggered by hot soup, or even something as s...
Summer Smiles: Tips to Keep Your Smile Bright After Whitening
Summer is here, and we all know what that means – vacations, parties, BBQ’s and LOTS of pictures to capture the memories made in the hot summer days. Since you’ll be smiling in the sun all summer, you may have already had an appointment to get ...
How to Prevent Cavities – Simply Smiles’ Best Tips and Tricks
Chances are, you have a filling in your mouth right now, or you might possibly have an untreated cavity. Tooth decay, commonly referred to as having a cavity, is one of the most prevalent health concerns across the world. The CDC reports that in adul...
Common Dental Emergencies and How to Handle Them
We’ve all been there –going about our day and minding our own business, when a dental emergency strikes us or a loved one at the worst possible time. Dental emergencies often occur as a result of trauma to the mouth, but an emergency can present ...
Teeth Whitening: A Guide to a Brighter Smile
Have you been brushing and flossing regularly, yet your teeth don’t have the same brightness they used to, or worse, have turned a faded yellow? Yellowing teeth can be extremely frustrating and embarrassing, but it’s something most of us struggle...