• posted: Apr. 10, 2024

It's almost game day and you're wondering what to put on the menu for your guests. Most snacks are typically highly processed and unhealthy. Why not mix it up this Read More

• posted: Apr. 03, 2024

Dry mouth, also medically known as xerostomia, is the condition of not having enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth wet. There are many ways to keep dry mouth Read More

• posted: Mar. 27, 2024

If you have been thinking about getting a piercing, or if you already have one or more, there are some health risks our team at Niles Dental Associates wants you Read More

• posted: Mar. 20, 2024

Did you know your toothbrush could be covered with almost ten million germs? We know … it’s gross! That’s why you should know how to store your toothbrush properly, and Read More

• posted: Mar. 13, 2024

Did you know that the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and gum disease? Not so coincidentally, they are also the easiest to prevent. As much as we Read More

• posted: Mar. 06, 2024

Some people choose bottled water over tap because they think it’s cleaner. Some do it out of convenience: It’s easy to grab a bottle of water to take with you Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2024

Not many people look forward to going to the dentist, especially if you already know that you need dental work done. A small amount of anxiety is one thing, but Read More

• posted: Feb. 21, 2024

Brushing your teeth regularly is one of the most crucial parts of maintaining good oral health, and perhaps the most fundamental, however, there are also other elements involved. Flossing, for Read More

• posted: Feb. 14, 2024

Many people who are careful about brushing and flossing their teeth wonder how they still end up with cavities or tooth decay. Several factors affect wear and tear on tooth Read More

• posted: Feb. 07, 2024

Taking care of your oral health involves a daily regimen of brushing, flossing, and rinsing to prevent tooth decay and bacterial infections. Though you may have asked us which toothbrush Read More

• posted: Jan. 31, 2024

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener found in tree bark, plants, fruits, and vegetables. The human body also produces it in small amounts. It looks and tastes like sugar, so Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2024

Although using mouthwash is certainly not the equal of brushing and flossing, it does have benefits for your dental hygiene. If you use mouthwash regularly, you should find out which Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2024

Between the huge number of toothpaste brands on the market today, the different flavors, and claims from most to do different things, it isn’t surprising that people feel so confused Read More

• posted: Jan. 10, 2024

At Niles Dental Associates, we prefer our patients to practice good oral hygiene between office visits. Part of that process includes flossing, which the doctor will tell you, is the Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2024

Since the introduction of the power toothbrush in the 1960s, this tool has undergone many technological advances, from design and bristle motions to rotation oscillation and sonic vibration. What is rotation Read More

• posted: Dec. 27, 2023

This may come as a surprise, but brushing your teeth right after a meal can be one of the worst things you can do for your healthy teeth. A toothbrush Read More