Are you planning to hit the gym hard after your family’s seasonal celebrations? Or maybe you love to exercise to support your mental health during the dreary winter months. Whatever the case, hopefully your fitness journey goes well! While you are working on your body goals, though, have you thought about how your workout routine might be affecting your teeth? Let’s talk about how fitness and oral health are related and how you can protect your smile.

Cold and flu season is upon us! Everyone should be taking precautions to protect themselves from illness, and this is especially true of SureSmile patients. Caring well for your clear aligners and your mouth can protect both your oral health and your overall wellness. Here are a few practical tips that can help:

Most people are familiar with some of the key factors that affect metabolism, including age, body composition, and sex. But did you know that your oral health can also affect your body’s metabolic processes? This blog post discusses some of the science behind how they are connected and what you can do to support both your metabolism and your smile.

Sunlight comes with several well-documented health benefits. For example, it can increase levels of the feel-good hormone serotonin. UV therapy has even been used to treat several skin conditions. But can the summer sun also benefit your smile? Yes. Let’s talk about how spending more time outside may promote healthy gums.

Misaligned teeth increase the risk of several oral health problems, including TMD, cavities, broken teeth, and more — and that is in addition to the aesthetic issues they present. If your teeth are not all in their proper places, you should certainly consider your orthodontic treatment options. SureSmile, a clear aligner system, offers discretion and convenience, while braces come with their own set of advantages. Which one should you choose? Let’s take a moment to compare SureSmile vs. braces.

SureSmile aligners are designed to be as comfortable as possible. However, that comfort is relative. Whenever you apply force to your teeth with the goal of moving them, a small amount of soreness is to be expected. This clear aligner discomfort might be especially noticeable when you first start out with SureSmile or you transition from one aligner to the next. How can you ease the ache? Here are some handy tips.

There is lots to love about springtime, from invigorating rain showers to colorful flowers and more daylight hours. But there are a few things about spring that aren’t so lovely — including seasonal allergies. The coughing, sneezing, nasal congestion, and watery eyes can sure cause some misery. Your allergies could even affect your oral health! Let’s talk about how that is so and what you can do to protect your smile.

Life is busy, so it is understandable if you feel that you do not have time to visit your dentist for a professional cleaning and checkup. Of course, some people skip their appointments for other reasons, such as anxiety or a desire to save money. But did you know that skipping a dental cleaning can lead to serious consequences? Let’s talk about some reasons why you should make professional dental care a regular part of your routine.

SureSmile clear aligners offer a convenient and discreet way to shift your teeth into their proper positions. They can allow you to enjoy a healthier, more attractive smile! In order for the treatment to succeed, however, you must accept a degree of responsibility. You need to take certain precautions to protect your aligners against damage. Here are some tips to help you do just that.

Your dentist is always ready to help you out if you face a dental emergency. However, they would prefer that you never have to deal with such a frightening and painful situation in the first place. So what can you do to reduce your risk of encountering a dental emergency? In this blog post, we outline seven simple steps to safeguard your oral health.