A Quick School-Night Dinner

I know you are probably just getting into the swing of the crazy school-year schedules. Between football practice and music lessons and homework, there is not a whole lot of time for dinner prep. I’ve found a quick, simple spaghetti dinner recipe I thought I’d share: spaghetti squash with fresh tomato and basil sauce from Diets In Review. If you’ve... read more »

What You Need to Know about Mouthrinses

People use mouthrinses (or mouthwashes) for a number of reasons: to freshen breath, reduce plaque, reduce tartar, prevent or reduce gingivitis, prevent or control tooth decay, or a combination of these reasons. If you are using any kind of mouthrinse make sure you’re using the right one for your needs, as there are several different kinds that are available, and... read more »

Why Tap Water Is Better Than Bottled Water

If you think that water is the best thing to be drinking for your oral health, then you’re only partially correct, because not all water is the same. For instance, bottled water may be a convenient option when it comes to quenching your thirst—and it’s absolutely a much better choice than sugary sodas, sports drinks, or fruit juice—but it’s more... read more »

To Floss or Not to Floss Is Not the Right Question

The real question people have is knowing what kind of floss to use, and in fact, just knowing how many different types there are to choose from can be enough of a reason to not want to floss at all. We know how confusing this can be, so we put together this guide to help clear up some of the... read more »

An Authentic Texas-Style Smoked Brisket Recipe

With summer coming to an official close and Labor Day weekend in full swing, we thought we’d share this traditional Texas-style smoked beef brisket recipe for you and your family to enjoy. This traditional recipe gives you all you need to create a smoked brisket that will take your barbecue to a whole new level and make this Labor Day... read more »

How Vitamin D Can Revolutionize Your Health

Not only is summer still in full swing, but it actually gets a bit hotter in August before the temperature winds down in the fall. That means a lot of people do a fairly logical thing and stay inside to avoid the excessive Texas heat. I get that! However, I also get that vitamin D offers some profound benefits for... read more »

10 Fascinating Shark Teeth Facts You Didn’t Know

Have you ever wondered how our teeth stack up against those of other creatures? Well, here are some fascinating shark teeth facts to chew on! 1) Shark teeth don’t have roots, so they fall out easily while the shark is eating. 2) Sharks typically lose at least one tooth per week. 3) Shark teeth are arranged in conveyor belt rows... read more »

Ready to Brush Up on Your Toothbrush Knowledge?

There are a number of things about toothbrushes that you should know, and when you visit our office for an appointment or checkup, we don’t always have time to go over everything. That’s why I wanted to give you a quick rundown of the kinds of things you should know about toothbrushes: brushing technique, replacement, ultrasonic toothbrushes, and more! Toothbrush... read more »

It’s Time for a Back-to-School Checkup

I just wanted to remind everyone that now is a great time to schedule an appointment for the kids before they go back to school! If you do it now, you won’t have to try to pull them out of school, which means no interruptions to perfect attendance, no missed quizzes to make up, and plenty of time to relax... read more »

Why Water Matters and How to Stay Hydrated!

Texas is hot in the summer. Like, really hot. That’s why we want to talk to you about the importance of staying hydrated. You might be asking yourself what hydration has to do with oral health. After all,  aren’t we just the people who clean your teeth? Well, it turns out that hydration has a lot to do with good... read more »