Think you don’t have time for the dentist? We know it can be tough to fit a Boise teeth cleaning into your schedule, but here are few ways we work to make sure that you have the time to keep your teeth and gums healthy: Summit’s Convenient Location We know how much easier it is…
One thing we love about our location is how it puts us right near the center of downtown Boise. We thought we’d share some of our favorite downtown haunts! Nearby Restaurants: Forks Restaurant If you are looking for a great place to go out for dinner, the Fork Restaurant is just five minutes from the…
4 Things to Do After a Dentist Visit So you got a few hours off from work for your Boise dentist visit, and you want to wait for the anesthetic to wear off a little more before you head back to the office. Here are some things you can do after your visit! 1. Get…
You’ve already heard from us that sugary and acidic foods and drinks can harm your teeth. But what can you add to your diet to keep teeth healthy? 1. Drink More Green Tea At least three studies confirm that drinking green tea is good for your dental health: One in Egypt, one in Germany, and…
Trying to find a collection of books that will get your kids interested in dental health? Below are plenty of books for kids in preschool through junior high. Books About Going to the Dentist Image via Flickr by madgerly Your kids can follow their favorite characters to the dentist with the Bernstein Bears Go to…
Wondering how you can help your kids feel comfortable and happy at the dentist? Here are four ideas: 1. Start Young By bringing your kids to the dentist for a first appointment at a young age, your kids are more likely to always feel comfortable in the office. Several professionals recommend taking your child to…
Have your kids started losing their baby teeth? Not sure how much to leave under their pillow? The tooth fairy’s treasure varies over the years and even by region, and more than one parent has wondered what to do: Tooth Averaged over $3 in 2013 A poll done by Visa found that that kids get…
Having a hard time getting your kids to care about brushing their teeth? You are not alone. Parents and teachers have been finding ways to teach kids about dental care for decades. Here are a few things you can do to help them understand the importance of dental care and get them in the habit…
Want to get better at brushing your teeth two or three times a day? Below is a list of several ways that you can get better at keeping your teeth clean and healthy. Create an Alert on Your Phone If you can’t get in the habit of a daily morning routine, setting an alarm to…
Ever wonder how your dental habits compare with the rest of the country? Statistics from 2010 let us know how we are doing: Women Take Better Care of Their Teeth than Men What may not be surprising is that women are slightly better and taking care of their teeth than men. For example, 28 percent…
