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Why Do Molars Seem to Get More Cavities?
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.
Probably because, for many kids, molars do get more cavities. So let’s answer two better questions: Why do molars get more cavities? And, how can we help prevent them? It’s the Read more -
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 04, 2022.
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more -
Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
posted: Sep. 27, 2022.
One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is Read more -
Electric Toothbrush Innovations
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.
If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out Read more -
What exactly is tinnitus?
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.
It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s Read more -
September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 06, 2022.
Can you believe it's already September? At Sweetwater Dental Wellness, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the Read more -
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 30, 2022.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more -
Baby Teeth and Cavities
posted: Aug. 23, 2022.
We know how frustrating it can be to discover your child has one or more cavities when you come to visit Sweetwater Dental Wellness. There are several ways to prevent Read more -
My child has autism. What should we expect at your office?
posted: Aug. 16, 2022.
At Sweetwater Dental Wellness, we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child's ability to Read more -
Surprising Ways to Prevent Cavities
posted: Aug. 09, 2022.
There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our Longwood, Florida office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods of preventing Read more -
Using Sippy Cups Successfully
posted: Aug. 02, 2022.
Congratulations! Your child is beginning to leave her bottle behind and has started to use her first sippy cup. And the best training cup is one that makes the transition Read more -
Should I use mouthwash?
posted: Jul. 26, 2022.
Mouthwashes are commonly used as a part of a daily oral care regimen. Not only do they freshen breath, but some are capable of improving dental health too. Using a Read more -
Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Jul. 19, 2022.
Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments Read more -
I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
posted: Jul. 12, 2022.
Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water, Read more -
Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read more -
Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jun. 28, 2022.
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more