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Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers, and Your Baby's Teeth
posted: Mar. 25, 2026.

Sucking is a common instinct for babies and the use of a pacifier or their thumb offers a sense of safety and security, as well a way to relax. According to Read more
Is Coffee Damaging Your Smile?
posted: Mar. 18, 2026.

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people have a cup, or two, or even three a day. It’s common to drink it in the Read more
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 11, 2026.

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
What to Do for Your Loose Tooth
posted: Mar. 04, 2026.

One of the first exciting childhood experiences we outgrow is the excitement of discovering a loose tooth. Sadly, there’s no adult Tooth Fairy waiting to exchange a gift for a Read more
Most Valuable Dental Treatments
posted: Feb. 25, 2026.

At Pleasant Dental, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three treatments tend to be the most Read more
How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
posted: Feb. 18, 2026.

Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are Read more
The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 11, 2026.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more
February Is Children’s Dental Health Month
posted: Feb. 04, 2026.

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Jan. 28, 2026.

Two studies – one conducted in Washington State, and whose findings were published in the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in 2004, and another conducted in Madrid, Spain, and whose findings Read more
Things You Should Know Before Getting an Oral Piercing
posted: Jan. 21, 2026.

Have you been thinking about getting an oral piercing lately? It could seem enticing because they look trendy or cool, but it’s worth know the health risks associated with oral Read more
What is an Impacted Tooth?
posted: Jan. 14, 2026.

You may have heard this term the first time you or a friend got your wisdom teeth. That makes sense, as wisdom teeth are the teeth most often impacted in Read more
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 07, 2026.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year
posted: Dec. 31, 2025.

It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read more
Beneficial Beverage or Damaging Drink?
posted: Dec. 24, 2025.

Talking about a healthy diet usually means talking about food. After all, our teeth and gums need protein, vitamins, and minerals to stay strong and free from cavities and gum Read more
Do adults need fluoride treatments?
posted: Dec. 17, 2025.

Many dentists and hygienists recommend fluoride treatments for their adult patients. You might ask yourself, “Do I really need a fluoride treatment? I thought those were just for my kids.” Read more
Electric Toothbrush Innovations
posted: Dec. 10, 2025.

If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out Read more