Why Do I Talk So Much About Toothbrushing?
That is an excellent question! When I was younger, I was bullied because I had yellow-gray teeth. Kids on the bus made fun of me and asked if I knew what a toothbrush was. Talk about affecting your self-esteem! This is why I became a dental hygienist in the first...
Gingivitis Cause Symptoms Prevention
Gingivitis – Causes, Symptoms, Prevention April 14, 2019 If you have been following me, You’ve probably heard the word gingivitis. Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease and is an inflammation of the gums caused by bacteria. If left untreated, gingivitis can...
How to Care for Your Newborns Mouth
How to care for your newborn's mouth Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! This is such an exciting time for new parents; there are so many firsts to experience. With all of the things you need to know to care for your infants well being, their mouth is not...
Pregnant? Now What? So Many Decisions!
You're pregnant!!! Such an exciting time in your life! Now more than ever, the health of your mouth is important! Why? Because poor oral hygiene can affect the growth of your baby, cause low birth weight or premature delivery, to name a few. So many decisions, as a...
Do you have a plan for pregnancy?
I had a plan when we decided to have a family! The first thing I learned, things never go as planned! I wanted three kids. Instead, I had eight miscarriages, told I would never have a baby, and I should plan on adoption! I choose not to believe that! I did not care...
If You Are Thinking of Becoming Pregnant or Starting a Family? Read This!
Are you thinking of becoming pregnant? Starting a family is one of the most exciting times in your life! If you have been putting off your dental checkups, it is time to stop procrastinating! First, because a preconception dental visit will give you a chance to get...
Passing Bacteria and cavities through kissing!
Just because you pass the bacteria, does not mean you catch the disease. There are more than 700 types of bacteria inside a human mouth - with no two mouths are alike. Many studies have shown that cavity-causing bacteria can pass from one person to another person...
Are Your Teeth Dirty?
How many of you reading this learned about your teeth as a child? It was not something we talked much about unless the tooth fairy made an appearance. We brushed every day, at least once-twice a day maybe. By the time you knew you had a problem in a tooth, it was...
Tooth Decay Is A Preventable Disease
Tooth decay is a disease. There are a variety of factors that cause it! Your mouth is a warm, inviting incubator for bacteria! You feed the bacteria every day with the foods you eat and drink. The bacteria excrete their waste biofilm, and plaque builds on your...
Ways to Support Your Mouth and Gut Health with pH
Ways to support your mouth and gut health with pH Balance How do you balance gut health while keeping your mouth pH neutral? Since most water is pH neutral staying hydrated is a great way to balance your pH levels Staring the day with lemon water has become very...
The Reason I became an Oral Health Coach
My Story My name is Sheree Wertz I am a registered Dental Hygienist and an Oral Health Coach With over 30 years’ experience in the dental field, my goal is to educate Moms so we can reduce the # of kids with cavities. What is an oral health coach? Simply put....It...
Connecting the Dots Between Mouth and Body
CONNECTING THE DOTS BETWEEN YOUR MOUTH AND YOUR OVERALL HEALTH Most folks think caring for your oral health means brushing, flossing and seeing the dentist twice a year. After all, that is what we’ve been taught…. That is what our insurance pays for….Right?...
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