Best Foods To Get Rid of Bad Breath
Got bad breath? It’s not unusual. On a regular basis we all experience cases of bad breath — in the morning, after drinking coffee, eating garlicky foods, etc. Even if you don’t suffer from...
View ArticleThese Tongue Tattoos Will Make You Never Want One
Source: Instagram Not only are tooth tattoos or ‘tatteeth‘ incredibly popular now, but what about tongue and lip tattoos? Especially among the youth, tongue tattoos (basically permanent inking done on...
View ArticleThe Tooth Hurts: The Truth About Human Bites
Source: laciudaddeportiva.com The 2014 World Cup has been one of the most memorable yet. From Germany’s 7-1 defeat to Brazil this past Tuesday to the infamous Luis Suarez bite. So let’s talk about...
View ArticleWhat Exercising Does To Your Teeth
What does running do to your teeth? Physical exercise is never a bad thing. It helps maintain a healthy weight, improves cardiovascular health, and keeps our mental health in check. But what you may...
View ArticleDo Sharks Have Healthier Teeth Than Humans?
Source: Amazing Pictures. http://furkl.com/ It’s Shark Week everyone! You know what that means — we had to do a shark-themed blog post. And since we’re a dental office, we decided to make it related...
View ArticleThe Toothbrush Test: A Successful Business Model
Source: Big Stock Photo Okay. Not that this post has anything to do with the hygienic benefits of actually brushing your teeth, but we thought it was cool anyhow. What most companies buy other...
View ArticleAre Expensive Toothpastes Worth It?
Are some toothpastes better than others? Some of you may have had the experience before at the dentist; someone ends up trying to send you a high-end toothpaste. The question is: is there a point in...
View ArticleTherapy Dogs More Prevalent in Dental Practices
You might have heard about therapy dogs being used in nursing homes and hospitals for the seriously ill. But how about therapy dogs being used in the world of dentistry? It’s happening across the...
View ArticleOctober is National Dental Hygiene Month!
This month is National Dental Hygiene Month! So what does that mean, you might be wondering? For the fourth year in a row, this month the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) in...
View ArticleThis Toothbrush Could Improve Your Brushing Habits!
Yes folks, there’s such a thing as a ‘smart’ toothbrush these days. Meet the Kolibree — the only toothbrush on the market that will point out that you have missed a spot. Technology never fails to...
View ArticleWhat Your Mouth Says About Your Health
…you might want to look in your mouth again, Kristin Wiig. According to an article in the Daily Mail, bad breath and mouth ulcers might be more than just that — bad breath and mouth ulcers. There may...
View ArticleFlossing: Are You Lying Through Your Teeth?
Flossing… it’s no secret that most of us love to hate it. The thought of jamming a waxed piece of string between the tightest molars in your mouth and then sliding it back and forth… it just doesn’t...
View ArticleLife is short… so just keep smiling!
What you say with your smile can speak volumes about how people see you. What does your smile say about you? Are you friendly, trustworthy… confident? There’s no doubt that smiling is a part of our...
View ArticleBrush. Floss. Rinse. Chew…Dental Hygiene’s Good for You!
There’s no doubt that fall is in the air, and believe it or not, October is one of our favorite months here at Hylan Dental. That probably seems ironic since kids of all ages are dreaming of the...
View ArticleTrick or Treat… Don’t Let Halloween Candy Ruin Your Teeth
Too much Halloween candy could leave you looking like a jack-o-lantern (Image courtesy of hin255 at FreeDigitalPhotos.net) Halloween It’s a candy-lover’s dream. If you have kids, you’re probably all...
View ArticleAsk Dr. Hylan: Does a healthy mouth equal a healthier you?
Helping you live a healthier, happier life. Your smile says a lot about you. It can portray happiness, excitement, or even embarrassment. But did you know that your smile could be telling you...
View Article12 Dental Tips for the 12 Days of Christmas
Protect your teeth amid all the holiday sweets. Image courtesy of OZphotography at FreeDigitalPhotos.net The holidays are here. For kids, the excitement of parties at school and stockings filled with...
View ArticleSmile… We’ve Got an App for That!
Dental apps make brushing fun for everyone in the family During the month of February, we’ve celebrated National Children’s Dental Health Month by sharing fun and interesting facts about kid’s dental...
View ArticleYou are what you eat… and so are your teeth!
With today’s busy lifestyles, sugary sodas, sweetened fruit drinks and unhealthy snacks have become the norm. These foods generally have minimal nutritional value and over time they can greatly affect...
View ArticleA healthy smile = a healthy heart!
Teeth brushing can improve your overall health and lower your risk of stroke, diabetes and heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every...
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