Dental Blog

Your teeth, while quite sturdy, are not invincible. The foods and beverages you consume play a significant role in your teeth’s health...

How much sugar did the average person consume in the 1700s vs. today? And what does our increased sugar consumption do to our oral,...

Do you know how much bacteria is in the human mouth? Estimates vary between 500 to 700 different species of bacteria, and between 6...

People today consume an astounding amount of sugar – nearly 300% of the recommended amount! Over the past few decades, added sugars in...

Happy October, and Happy National Dental Hygiene Month! We celebrate #DentalHygieneMonth for two great reasons: 1) to recognize the...

Fluoride is found in many foods and drinks, our communities’ public drinking water, and in most of the oral care products we use. It is a...

What is Fluoride? Fluoride (pronounced “floor-eyed”) is a naturally occurring mineral found nearly everywhere on earth – in air, soil,...

Here at K Family Dentistry, we welcome patients of all ages and accommodate the unique needs of every patient! We know that infants and...

You've heard of dental fillings and crowns, but have you heard of inlays and onlays? In the past, dental crowns were always the go-to...

Baby teeth may be temporary, but they are incredibly important! They play a big role in a growing child’s speech, digestion, and social...

cariogenic car·​i·​o·​gen·​ic | \ ˌker-ē-ə-ˈje-nik , -ˈjē- \ adjective producing or promoting the development of tooth decay1 Did you...