by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Aug 2, 2016 | Blog, tooth decay
Wouldn’t it be great if you could take a pill that helped prevent tooth decay? Research is underway that might make this a reality in the future, according to Medical News Today . pH Balance in the Mouth Ideally, you want your mouth pH to be neutral. A pH balance that...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Jul 14, 2016 | Blog, TMJ
Tight jaw muscles cause TMJ (temporo-mandibular joint) disorder. TMJ disorders can be painful and result in headaches. Through everyday activities like talking, chewing food, and swallowing, the jaw muscles may get too tight and the joint can become displaced or get...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Jul 14, 2016 | Blog, tooth decay
We’re all familiar with the saying that if it tastes good, it’s probably bad for you. As much as people love their sweets, sugary sweets are not your teeth’s friend. They lead to tooth decay, which leads to cavities. But there is a candy available that’s all-natural...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Jul 11, 2016 | Blog, Toothpaste
Patients often ask dentists this question ”Which toothpaste should I use?” You can find many opinions on the internet and among toothpaste manufacturers as to why their product is the best. Personal preferences certainly enter into your decision, depending on whether...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Jul 11, 2016 | Blog, root canals
Debunking the Myths about Root Canals It’s a fact that if you tell some patients they need a root canal, you literally strike terror in their hearts. And usually they’ve never had a root canal, but have heard others talk about it. What Are the Myths? According to the...
by Hutto Hippo Family Dental | Jun 9, 2016 | Blog
When your braces come off, you hope your teeth look straight and give you the beautiful smile you dreamed about. It’s important to know the role that good dental hygiene plays so you will have that gorgeous smile. Pitfalls of Poor Dental Hygiene The downside of not...
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