by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Feb 10, 2017 | Blog, Dental care
Too much flossing can damage your gums and so can flossing the wrong way. Let’s tackle this problem by first understanding what flossing does. The Purpose of Flossing According to the American Dental Association (ADA), flossing removes trapped food from between the...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Dec 8, 2016 | Blog, pneumonia and dental health
Recently, a study showed that good dental health — keeping your teeth and gums healthy — reduces the occurrence of pneumonia and respiratory infections. Staying well during the holidays is important to all of us. Good dental health care can help you do that. And...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Dec 8, 2016 | Blog, Oral Health
A new study suggests there is a correlation between high physical and verbal conflict and dental health. High conflict results in more cavities and poor dental care. To that degree, your lack of happiness at home may not only make you smile less, but when you smile,...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Dec 8, 2016 | Blog, Braces
Is it too late for adults to get braces? The answer is no. In fact you’d be surprised how many adults wear braces. According to the Wall Street Journal, the number of adults getting braces is up by 40% since 1996. When the gums and bone are healthy and stable, an...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog, Dental care, Dental Emergencies
What situations are dental emergencies? Here’s a list that WebMD lists as dental emergencies. If any of these occur, let your dentist know right away and see him as soon as possible. Toothaches Chipped or broken teeth Knocked out tooth A partially dislodged tooth...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog, Oral Health
Oral health and general health are linked, just as unhealthy gums and obesity are linked. Good dental hygiene that includes brushing and flossing helps keep your mouth healthy. A normal, healthy mouth keeps bacteria in check so it doesn’t travel to other parts of the...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog, Dental care, Mouthguards
For kids actively involved in sports, mouthguards can protect their teeth from getting cracked, chipped or knocked out during an impact. A dentist can custom fit a mouthguard that molds to the child’s mouth and protects the top row of teeth. When You’re Most at Risk...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog, Gum disease
Gum disease has a direct correlation with obesity and many people don’t realize this fact. We all know that eating sugary and fatty foods puts on weight. People have also known for many years that sugar promotes dental decay. Aside from obesity creating risks for...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Oct 5, 2016 | Blog, Dental care, Halloween candy and dental care, Teeth & Gums
Halloween is well known for being a holiday with lots of candy. As parents, you may worry about your child’s teeth when so much candy is around. While you want your child to have fun, a few Halloween dental guidelines can also help you with maintaining good dental...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Oct 5, 2016 | Blog, Child's dental visit, Dental care, Fear of the Dentist, Halloween candy and dental care
It’s not unusual for children to feel nervous and afraid of going to the dentist, especially during the first visit. Helpful Ideas to Help Your Children Overcome Fears As a parent, it’s good to know there are things you can do to make your child’s dental visit more...
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