At our family dentistry practice in Cincinnati, we stress the importance of healthy teeth, but great gums are the very foundation of dental health. In addition, while brushing and flossing are just as crucial to healthy gums as they are for healthy teeth, diet is...
If you enjoy wine, here’s some good news: A glass of wine (or two) a day can be good for you! Wine drinkers tend to have the lowest mortality rates, even when compared to non-drinkers. Unfortunately, it’s not the best for the pearly whites of...
Maintaining your dental health is critical to your overall well-being. Unfortunately, most health insurance plans don’t cover dental care. Nevertheless, proactive, preventive dental care leads to healthier, more cost-efficient outcomes. For many individuals and families, comprehensive care is not possible without some form of insurance...
In today’s society, your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, for better or worse. It’s an opportunity to make a first impression, and it sets the stage for so many relationships: career, friendships, romance. Although you may not have the...
About 160 million people in the U.S. chew gum each year, which is half of the population. But what do dentists say about chewing gum? Can it promote good oral health? We’re often asked about gum chewing in our Cincinnati family dental office. The good...
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars most people develop between the ages of 17 and 21. Some lucky people never develop them. Others develop wisdom teeth but don’t experience many problems. It’s never too late to remove them, and there are usually benefits...
If you or your loved one has special needs, regular daily care can seem challenging enough. It’s easy to overlook dental care — but it’s too critical to overall health to neglect. Fortunately, at Beckham Square Family Dental, we care greatly about the needs of...