Common Flossing Mistakes

In our nearly 30 years as a Jacksonville dental practice, we have seen many success stories of people who either did not floss at all or who did not floss correctly change their ways. As a result, they showed major improvement in the number of cavities they had, the...

Overcoming Common Appointment Barriers

Keeping to a regular check-up schedule is a key part of everyone’s oral care routine. Preventing Small Issues from Growing into Big, Expensive Problems More and more, research shows how cavities and gum disease can progress if they are left unchecked. Thanks to our...

All About Xylitol

Many chewing gums, candies, and throat lozenges claim xylitol – a sugar-alternative sweetener – can fight cavities. Several studies, including a recent project out of the University of Manchester in the UK, question this claim. In this post, we’ll discuss the study...

The Age-Defying Smile

A recent survey conducted for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry found that many people think a smile ages better than any other facial feature. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at the survey and provide some tips on how you can help support your smile...

Mouthwash Tips

There are lots of myths and rumors surrounding mouthwash. And if you listen to all of them, you’d never go near a bottle. The truth is simple: mouthwash is an important part of any daily oral care routine. In this article, we discuss the most important issues...