Soda, energy drinks, hard candy – you’ve heard a million times how they’re loaded with sugar (true) and can cause cavities (also true). Because sugar is a sticky carbohydrate, bacteria latches onto it, which produces acid – and that acid can erode your tooth enamel. If you’re health-conscious already, you’re probably avoiding sugary junk foods…
By now, you know that flossing should be just as much a part of your routine as brushing your teeth. In fact, no matter how much you brush, you can’t possibly get into all the nooks and crannies where food collects and can ultimately cause decay – unless you floss regularly. So you’ve become an…
Here at Barganier & LeCroy, we love the people we work with. That’s why we’re so thrilled to observe National Dental Assistants Recognition Week by honoring our two superstar dental assistants, Jill Sherman and Lauren Pierson! We asked Jill and Lauren a few questions about their experiences as dental assistants, and we’d love to share…
Chances are, at some point during your teens or early twenties, you got a dental surprise: four new molars! Why do we get new teeth at such a late age, why do most people get them pulled, and – perhaps most intriguingly – why are they called wisdom teeth? The Timing of Wisdom Teeth A…
People travel abroad for dental care for many reasons. Sometimes, they’re hoping to see a famous specialist who practices overseas; other times, they’re trying to get a procedure done at a lower cost. If you’re thinking about becoming a “dental tourist,” there are a few things you should check into before you get on that…
Young adults have a lot going on. Social pressures to look and act a certain way, on top of exams, homework, and extracurricular activities, coupled with their first taste of independence (getting their driver’s license) is a recipe of disaster just waiting to happen. Especially when it comes to their oral care. Their tooth fairy…
2017 is a brand new year, and it’s time to make some positive life changes. Did you know that one great way to enhance your health is to start taking better care of your pearly whites? That’s right – poor dental hygiene is associated with a number of serious health problems including (but not limited…
When a young child has a wiggly tooth, it’s both an exciting and adorable experience. This is because for children, losing a tooth is good news. It’s a sign that they are maturing healthily, or “growing up” – and if they are lucky, they might get a visit from the tooth fairy, too! (When should…
December is here, the air is colder, decorations light up the sky, and the smell of delicious baked goods filled our homes as we become filled with the holiday spirit. It doesn’t matter what holiday you are celebrating, you will without a doubt be tempted by a cookie or two – and you deserve it!…
Statistics show that around 1.7 million new people are diagnosed with diabetes every single year in the United States alone. On top of that, over 8.1 million people are living with diabetes and don’t even know it. Diabetes is a very serious medical condition that affects your body’s ability to process sugar. Though Type I…
