Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers donates to Tropic Isles Elementary
FORT MYERS, Fla. (January 16, 2015) – Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, Dr. Tim Verwest, DMD donated 100 toothbrushes to Tropic Isles Elementary community problem[…]
Are Cavities Really Contagious?
Surprisingly, yes. The #1 chronic childhood disease – dental caries – is actually an infectious disease. Moreover, since babies spend a whopping majority of their[…]
The Psychological Consequences of Bad Teeth
It’s easy to see the physical benefits of good teeth – proper chewing (which allows for a good diet), sleeping well (without chronic pain from[…]
The 5 Subconscious Habits You’re Doing that Damage Your Teeth
We all have times when we’re running on autopilot, and we’re pulled in a million different directions. At these times, you might not even realize[…]
Did You Know: Toothbrush Trivia
The toothbrush you recognize today was not invented until 1938. Before then, people would chew on the end of a twig to splay it and[…]
Trivia for Kids: Elephant Teeth!
An elephant has two upper molars and two lower molars that measure one foot across and weigh about 9lbs. Because elephants grind their food instead[…]
Teeth Trivia for Kids; George Washington
The first president of the US, George Washington, had false teeth after the deterioration in his real teeth forced dentists to remove them. Washington was[…]
Fun Ways to Recycle Your Toothbrush
We are supposed to replace our toothbrushes every 3 months, when there is noticeable wear, or when we have an illness. So on average, a[…]
6 Surprising Cavity Fighters
Whether you are bound for the calorie-free foods or the sweet and sticky, you’d be surprised at the kind of things your local grocery can[…]
Getting Children to Brush
One of the major lessons for any child is learning how to effectively and regularly brush their teeth. It’s a lot to take on and[…]