How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush?

How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush?

Most Hendricks County residents know when they need to replace their clothes or shoes – when they become worn out or faded. But you may not know when you need to change your toothbrush. Here are some guidelines to help you the next time you’re wondering if it’s time...
Tooth Bonding: Restore Chipped or Broken Teeth

Tooth Bonding: Restore Chipped or Broken Teeth

You’re out at a Hendricks County restaurant. You bite down on a piece of ice from your beverage, and the next thing you know, you’ve chipped your tooth. Chipped or broken teeth can happen for a variety of reasons, but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with an unsightly...
What Is a Root Canal?

What Is a Root Canal?

Few words can strike fear in the hearts of some Hendricks County residents than the term “root canal.” A root canal is a routine dental treatment that repairs and saves a badly damaged or infected tooth. With today’s advanced dental techniques, a root canal is a...
68 Different Names for Sugar that Cause Tooth Decay

68 Different Names for Sugar that Cause Tooth Decay

Almost everyone in Hendricks County has heard that sugar can be bad for your teeth. A diet that’s high in sugar can lead to tooth decay. Therefore, it’s important to lower your sugar consumption, so you can reduce your risk of cavities. But when you’re looking...
How to Keep Your Child from Getting Pacifier Teeth

How to Keep Your Child from Getting Pacifier Teeth

Sucking is a natural reflex for babies and a normal part of their development. Sucking on hands, fingers or pacifiers can comfort and soothe babies during their first years of life. However, many Hendricks County parents often wonder if their baby’s sucking habits...