Water Flosser: An Alternative Flossing Method

Have you ever heard of a water flosser? A water flosser, also called an interdental cleaner, was created to enhance your oral health care routine using an alternative method to clean between your teeth. Listed below are a few typical facts about water flossers: - Water flossers, like old-style dental floss, clean between the teeth. The modification is that water... read more »

Helpful Oral Hygiene Daily Habits: Dental Floss

One of the most helpful daily oral hygiene habits you should commit to routine is the use of dental floss. Dental floss can reach areas between teeth that brushing often cannot. To ensure your mouth is at its peak oral health and safety, brush at least twice a day and floss at least once per day as well. Here are... read more »

Dentistry Before the 21st Century

Here at Letitia M. Williams, DDS, LLC, we love sharing our knowledge of dentistry. If you’re a history buff or you’re fascinated by scientific progression, you’ll enjoy this brief account of the evolution of dentistry. The first known dentist was an Egyptian scribe by the name of Hesy-Re, who lived around 2600 B.C.. His tomb includes the title “the greatest... read more »

Water, Water Everywhere, So Drink Some for Your Teeth

Who doesn’t love a cool glass of water? In addition to being refreshing on a hot day or after some strenuous exercise, water has some serious benefits for your oral health. But many people don’t get enough water. After all, the majority of our bodies is actually water, and we need a lot to keep all our complex systems running.... read more »

Helping Your Children Build Healthy Tooth Brushing Habits

Building healthy oral care habits when your children are young is vital for their developing teeth and gums. While you will have to do it for them when they are small, there are things you can do to make it fun for them as they learn to take over! Begin when they are infants to get them in the habit from... read more »