by Staff Editor | Jun 1, 2016 | Cedar Rapids and Marion Iowa Dentistry Blog
School may be out for summer, but your child’s best teacher is working year-round: You! Leading by example — especially when it comes to establishing healthy habits like brushing, flossing and seeing your dentist — can make a big difference in the health and happiness...
by Staff Editor | Apr 20, 2016 | Cedar Rapids and Marion Iowa Dentistry Blog
If you are 60 years old or older, here are some steps you can take that can improve your smile. #1: Brush and Floss Daily The risk of cavities increases with age. One of the reasons is dry mouth—a common side effect of many prescription medications. When you’re buying...
by Staff Editor | Apr 20, 2016 | Cedar Rapids and Marion Iowa Dentistry Blog
The ADA recommends parents take children to a dentist no later than their first birthday. Here’s what you can do at home to start healthy habits: Begin cleaning your baby’s mouth during the first few days after birth by wiping the gums with a clean, moist gauze...
by Staff Editor | Oct 8, 2014 | Cedar Rapids and Marion Iowa Dentistry Blog
Does a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee cause a sharp, temporary pain in your teeth? Does brushing or flossing sometimes make you wince? Are your teeth sensitive when you breathe in cold air? If so, you are one of at least 45 million adults in America who...
by Staff Editor | Sep 22, 2014 | Cedar Rapids and Marion Iowa Dentistry Blog
Horton Family Dental cares about the dental products patients use in their homes. Dr. Doug Horton and Dr. Ben Horton are members of the American Dental Association (ADA). For over 125 years, the ADA has sought to help patients evaluate dental products through the...
by Staff Editor | Aug 6, 2014 | Cedar Rapids and Marion Iowa Dentistry Blog
Changing your brush at least every three months is hygienic and healthy. Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, diabetes and more. And, most people use a brush that is too large for their mouth or not suited to their individual...
