Water Flosser: Demystifying This New Trend
You’ve heard about water flossing and have probably seen a water flosser or two at the store. It likely left you wondering, “How do water flossers work?” You’re not alone. Water flossing isn’t new, but it has recently gained in popularity. We’ll dive into it and answer your most pressing questions. What Is a Water […]
Teeth Filing – The Horrible Tik Tok Trend
Trends in the health and beauty industries come and go, and they are often made more popular through social media. While some of them are harmless, like dyeing your hair pink or making your own kombucha, others can be harmful. One of the latest trends to circulate is teeth filing. Sounds bad? That’s because it […]
How to Clean Your Toothbrush: Tips for Disinfecting Your Toothbrush
You count on your toothbrush to help keep your mouth, teeth, and tongue healthy and clean. But do you ever wonder how to clean your toothbrush? You should! Find out more about what can hide on toothbrushes and how to keep yours as clean as possible. You’ll also learn how to disinfect a toothbrush that’s […]
Understanding Charcoal Toothpaste Benefits and Risks
There are trends in every industry, and the oral health industry is no exception. One of the latest trends in oral health is charcoal toothpaste. Many aspects of charcoal whitening toothpaste might make it enticing, but is it actually safe for your teeth and gums? Let’s take a closer look at activated charcoal toothpaste benefits […]
Why Is Oral Health Important?
Have you ever found yourself cajoling your children into brushing their teeth properly and thought, “Why am I doing this?” Sure, healthy, sparkling teeth is one benefit, but is there more to it? There certainly is—in fact, oral health and overall health are more connected than you think. Oral Health and Overall Health Oral […]
How to Choose The Best Toothbrush for Children
By Dr. Kami Hoss, D.D.S., M.S. Orthodontist Wondering how to choose the best toothbrush for your children? Every parent or guardian wants the best oral healthcare for their children, but it’s hard to succeed without the proper tools. The right “tool”—in this case, your child’s toothbrush—makes all the difference. But with so many pediatric toothbrushes […]
Things Parents Don’t Know About Their Children’s Dental Health: School Years and Beyond
Parents’ Guide to Children’s Oral Health in School Years Most of the guidance parents receive about taking care of their children’s teeth, gums, and mouth is focused on the earlier years. This is partially because parents are still highly involved in younger kids’ oral hygiene, including helping them brush and floss properly. However, when it […]
Things Parents Don’t Know About Their Children’s Dental Health: Getting Started
The Super Dentists recently conducted an extensive study about the most important aspects of oral hygiene for kids and pediatric dental care. We looked at overall dental health, what factors parents consider when choosing a dentist, frequency of dental screenings, signs and symptoms of dental health problems, and much more. More than 400 parents across […]
Children’s Oral Health Exams Are Essential to Their School Career
California is one of several states that legally requires a yearly dental screening for school-aged children. Wondering why? Dr. Kami Hoss, dental expert, dentist, and dad can explain. Dr. Kami Hoss talks with KTLA about school dental exams required for kids starting kindergarten and first grade and the many reasons why taking care of their […]
