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Seal of Approval
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.
Outside activities? You slather your kids with sunscreen. Biking? You don’t let your child leave the house without a helmet. Youth sports? You provide mouthguards and padding and headgear and Read more -
Recovering from Oral Surgery
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.
If you need oral surgery, the doctor and our team will use our expertise and training to ensure that you have the best possible surgical outcome. And we want to Read more -
Ancient Grains for Modern Diets
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.
One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Let’s run down the menu! Why Are Read more -
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.
Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more -
Are there foods that whiten teeth?
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
Coffee. Blueberries. Red wine. Tomato sauce. They might please our palate, but they are notorious for staining our teeth. Luckily, nature has balanced the scales for us! Here are just Read more -
Energy Drinks and Dental Health
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
Are energy drinks bad for your teeth? Many of our patients at Ayanna Poindexter ask us this question, so here’s the scoop. Energy drinks have been on the rise, taking up Read more -
Proper Brushing Techniques
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums Read more -
Water Features
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.
Heading for the beach! Hiking to the lake! Keeping cool with a tall, frosty glass of ice water in a foreign bistro, or taking a refreshing gulp from the fountain Read more -
Brushing Tips for Kids
posted: May 30, 2023.
You’re all set for your happy morning and nighttime ritual. You’ve provided your son with his favorite action hero toothbrush and your daughter with her favorite flavored toothpaste. You’ve gotten Read more -
Memorial Day
posted: May 23, 2023.
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more -
How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
posted: May 16, 2023.
Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read more -
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 09, 2023.
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more -
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 02, 2023.
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Ayanna Poindexter. Everyone wants a glowing Read more -
Adults Can Get Cavities, Too
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
There are some things we just don’t miss about being a kid. Getting grounded? A thing of the past. Curfew? Not happening. Confiscating our cell phones? As if. Cavities? While Read more -
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more -
The Most Common Causes of Gum Disease
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, it's possible that you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum disease -- or Read more