Keen Smiles Family Dental Blog
Thoughts on care,
comfort, and oral health
Our blog is a place to share insights, guidance, and perspective on dental care and patient experience. You’ll find thoughtful articles designed to inform, reassure, and help you make confident decisions about your oral health.
February 12, 2019
How Soda Affects Your Teeth
Did you know that people call sugary, carbonated soft drinks different things across the United States? While the term soda is most common on the West Coast, … Read more
February 8, 2019
How to Get Rid of Bad Breath
Bad breath happens to the best of us. And unfortunately, bad breath doesn’t care when we have a job interview, a first date, or an … Read more
February 6, 2019
How to Fix Receding Gums
Just like wrinkles and gray hair, receding gums don’t form overnight. However, you shouldn’t write off receding gums as just a normal part of aging. … Read more
February 5, 2019
Stages of Periodontal Disease
If you’ve been skimping on brushing and flossing, you might notice extra plaque and tartar buildup on your teeth. When left untreated, plaque and tartar … Read more
December 10, 2018
Accelerated Invisalign 101
For many adults, a crooked smile can be a major nuisance. While some cosmetic dental issues like discoloration can be easily resolved, many adults shy … Read more
November 8, 2018
How Sugar Affects Your Teeth
Chocolate, gummy bears, soda, crème brûlée, a flavored latte . . . However you prefer to satisfy your sweet tooth, you need to be aware … Read more
October 19, 2018
Symptoms of Teeth Grinding
Some people talk in their sleep, walk in their sleep, or even eat in their sleep. While researchers are unclear about what causes these sleeping … Read more
September 25, 2018
Keen Smiles Family Dental Is Moving to a New Office in November 2018!
We are thrilled to announce that Keen Smiles Family Dental will be moving to a new office building in November! Less than two miles from … Read more
September 25, 2018
How to Get Kids to Floss
Did you know that only 4 in 10 Americans floss daily? And 20 percent say they don’t floss at all! This can be disheartening news … Read more
August 14, 2018
What Constitutes a Dental Emergency?
Accidents happen, and unlike our other bones, teeth won’t repair themselves. If you damage a tooth when your dentist’s office isn’t open, it can be … Read more
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