What should I look for in buying a toothbrush

If you are looking to be a concert pianist, you wouldn’t purchase a kids’ toy piano. Or if you want to make the best coffee, you will invest in a quality coffee maker that brews the perfect cup. The same applies to your oral health. If you want a healthy smile, you need to use […]
Don’t let Halloween derail the health of your smile!

Halloween is all about the candy—but what about the health of your smile? Everyone knows that sugar can be detrimental to one’s oral health. However, this doesn’t mean you have to nix candy forever! At Arcadia Dental Arts, Dr. John Pappas and his team believe in educating patients on how to enjoy their Halloween candy […]
How Can a Parent Ensure Their Child Does Not Develop Cavities?

As a parent, we want what’s best for our children. This also means caring for their oral health. Children develop their first set of teeth at a very young age, typically between 6-12 months old. After this, the baby teeth will continue to erupt through the gum line at a very fast pace. As children […]
Fall Foods That Are Good for Your Teeth

Now that we have kissed summer goodbye, it’s time to start gearing up for the fall season and treating your mouth right with some smile healthy snacks. Although Halloween (and cavity season are just around the corner, we thought it would be fun to list a few snacks that are healthy for your smile. Apples […]
Healthy Smile Alert: 3 Summer Foods to Avoid

Summer is all about sitting out in the sun and enjoying extra long days with your friends and family. But just like all seasons and all summer get-togethers, it’s also about the food. Although summer is full of a lot of fresh, healthy produce, there are also a lot of popular foods that aren’t so […]
3 Thanksgiving Foods That Will Make Your Teeth Stronger

When it comes to Thanksgiving, we at Arcadia Dental Arts have got you covered. Although your Thanksgiving spread may consist of a lot of sugary foods and treats that aren’t going to do your teeth any favors, we have a list of three different Thanksgiving-inspired foods that can actually make your teeth stronger. Let’s take […]
How to Teach Your Kids About Their Oral Health

A good education, a good roof over their heads, extracurricular sports and activities, and good oral health, are a few of the things that every parent should invest in for their children if their budget permits. When it comes to your child’s oral care, there are a few things that you as parents can do […]
Newly Developed Smart Material Could Mean Less Tooth Decay

Most people who have a cavity and visit the dentist to have it filled leave feeling like everything is taken care of and there’s nothing else to worry about. Unfortunately, it’s common for bacteria to build up under fillings and cause a new cavity, also called recurrent caries. A recent study published in Scientific Reports […]
The Toothbrush of the Future?

It’s no secret we’re living in one of the fastest-evolving technological eras of all time. Every day new technology is released that makes life easier and more complex at the same time. The latest innovative breakthrough in the dental world is a toothbrush that seems out of this world. Colgate, together with Apple, is releasing […]
What Makes Our Team Different

When you move to a new city or simply decide you’re no longer happy at the dental practice you’ve been visiting for years, it can be daunting trying to decide on a new place to make your dental home. We take pride in the environment we’ve created here at Arcadia Dental Arts. We’ve worked hard […]