Kids aren't generally fond of having their teeth brushed. I have four children, and to my disappointment, none of them have been super enthusiastic
About Dr. Nathan Brooks, DDS
Why are my teeth sensitive?
It comes as such a terrible surprise any time you get a shooting pain in one of your teeth! Has this happened to you? Was it a cold beverage? Or maybe
White Fillings vs. Silver Fillings — Getting the Facts From Your Dentist
I wish we were talking about doughnut fillings — chocolate, jelly, custard? But, as your dentist, I am more qualified to talk about dental fillings,
Over-the-Counter Night Guards vs. Custom Night Guards
It's frustrating to spend your nights grinding your teeth together - you awaken with a sore jaw, a headache, and damaged teeth. Recently I wrote an
The Best and Worst Candy for Your Teeth – and How to Safely Consume It
A short candy education can go a long way. Some holidays are easier than others when it comes to avoiding candy. During Easter baskets are easily
Foods that can leave you up a sticky creek without a paddle.
By now, you know that oral bacteria feast on sugar, which is why every dentist you've ever had (and possibly your mother) has told you about the
The cost of grinding your teeth – and what you can do about it.
Grinding your teeth is a bummer. It's a problem that affects nearly one in ten people, and many don't even realize they're doing it. Being unaware
Sports drinks are ruining the teeth of adult athletes and kids alike.
“Make sure you stay hydrated!” you holler at your kids on the soccer field. “Don’t forget to drink!” you caution your child before a big game. But
How bad is chewing ice? You might need to see your doctor.
Are you an ice chewer? Do you associate with any ice chewers? Are you/they a sometimes ice chewer, or a compulsive ice chewer? If any of the previous