Goodyear Family Dentistry Blog

Every summer, people all flock to beaches, mountains, amusement parks, and other vacation destinations for a change of scenery and to take a break from their day-to-day. Though going on summer vacation is a fun and memorable way to spend the season, it’s important to make sure your oral health is in order before you head out. Read on to learn four reasons why seeing your dentist before you go on vacation is the right move for your smile.

Winter has now come to an end, meaning that we’re just getting started with some more pleasant weather. This is also the time of year that we clear out all that clutter that accumulated over the chillier months. But have you thought about how you’ll be incorporating your teeth into spring cleaning? Continue reading to learn some tips to help you freshen up your smile as you’re tidying up this spring.

Are you a fan of cookies, cake, and candy? As tasty as these things may be, they can do a lot of damage to your smile. When you eat foods and drink beverages that contain sugar, harmful oral bacteria feeds on it and releases acids that attack your enamel. This raises your chances of developing tooth decay. Cutting back on sugar is a great way to lower your chances of cavities, but it can be easier said than done. So that you can keep your smile healthy and strong, here are five tips that will help people with a sweet tooth prevent cavities.