Are you ready to ring in the New Year with a smooch from your sweetie? Routine brushing and flossing are essential to a minty mouth. But if you’re looking for that extra pop of minty freshness, consider a mouthwash. There are dozens of mouthwashes on the market, all made to … [Read more...]
Dental Technology: The Past, Present & Future
The first nylon bristle toothbrush was put on the market less than 80 years ago. That means people were driving cars before they were using an effective toothbrush. The horror! Fortunately, dentistry has come a long way in the last century. New technology allows dentists to … [Read more...]
Seeing a Specialist 101
Are you anxious your dentist will give you the dreaded referral slip at your next check-up? Well, don’t fear. Your dental benefits work with a specialist too. Here are the next steps if you’re referred to a specialist: First, research the specialist you were referred to by … [Read more...]
Suck it Up: When and How to Pass the Pacifier and Put the Thumb Down
You’re running late. You’re scrambling to meet a deadline. You’re on the edge of your seat during a scary movie. We’ve all been uncomfortable. What do we do to soothe ourselves? We drink four cups of coffee. We bite our nails. We crack our knuckles. We all have habits that help … [Read more...]
HDS Throwback: Hawaii’s First Permanent Dentist
In honor of Throwback Thursday, we thought it would be appropriate to share some brief history about Hawaii’s first permanent dentist – Dr. John Mott-Smith. Mott-Smith studied dentistry in New York by reading the textbooks of a friend attending dental college and later passed … [Read more...]