Cough syrup and cavities
It’s that time of year when coughs, colds and flu can make your life miserable. And like most people, you’ll probably reach for an over-the-counter[…]
Chewing tobacco, boys and baseball
Likely users of chewing tobacco are teenage boys who play baseball. But no matter who is using it, chewing tobacco and other forms of smokeless[…]
Caring for your children’s teeth
Start dental visits during infancy The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends bringing your child to the dentist before his or her first birthday. At[…]
Caring for teeth with braces
Braces are often placed in patients between 10 and 14 years of age to correct crooked or overcrowded teeth. “The benefits of braces are many,”[…]
Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers to sponsor movie nights
Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, Dr. Tim Verwest, DMD will sponsor family movie nights at the Alliance for the Arts for the 2016 season. This[…]
Baby pacifiers: Pros and cons
Should parents let their infant use a pacifier? According to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), there are benefits as well as a downside to[…]
An apple a day may keep the dentist away
Dietary habits of schoolchildren encourage an increase in sugar intake leading to a greater risk of cavities, reports the Academy of General Dentistry. Over a[…]
5 tips to keep teeth healthy over the holidays
No matter how much you love your dentist, he or she probably doesn’t top the list of people you want to spend quality time with[…]
Holiday sweets can be tough on teeth
The winter holidays are known for sweet treats and tempting goodies, but that doesn’t mean that you have to end up at the dentist with[…]