posted: Jul. 25, 2024.

Did you know that there are certain foods you can eat which help to clean your teeth? We call them "detergent foods." In dentistry we look at the impact of Read more

posted: Jul. 18, 2024.

Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues. Read more

posted: Jul. 11, 2024.

We’re parents, so we worry. It comes with the job description! That’s why we make sure our children use toothbrushes with soft bristles and apply just the right amount of Read more

posted: Jul. 04, 2024.

For many of our patients at Kokomo Smile Creations, summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a vacation from dental emergencies, Read more

posted: Jun. 27, 2024.

Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, your toothpaste is formulated with it, most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it about this mineral Read more

posted: Jun. 20, 2024.

It’s understandable that kids would rather be playing outside or watching their favorite movie instead of doing a “boring” task like brushing their teeth. But there are ways to make Read more

posted: Jun. 13, 2024.

While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they're seven or eight. Of course, Read more

posted: Jun. 06, 2024.

It’s summer—that wonderful time of year when fresh and delicious produce abounds. Dr. Judy Culver will tell you that your teeth, gums, and tissues all rely on an appropriate mix Read more

posted: May 30, 2024.

There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our Kokomo, IN office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods of preventing Read more

posted: May 23, 2024.

Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s Read more

posted: May 16, 2024.

Coffee. Blueberries. Red wine. Tomato sauce. They might please our palate, but they are notorious for staining our teeth. Luckily, nature has balanced the scales for us! Here are just Read more

posted: May 09, 2024.

Biofilm is a protective home for bacteria that’s composed of microorganisms. Biofilm can be found in wet places such as ponds, sewers, and bathroom drains, and it also grows on Read more

posted: May 02, 2024.

Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more

posted: Apr. 25, 2024.

At Kokomo Smile Creations, we know that hormones affect a woman's mood, but did you know they can also impact the health of a woman’s mouth? Women are susceptible to Read more

posted: Apr. 18, 2024.

The human heart truly appreciates it when we eat healthy foods, don’t smoke, and exercise regularly. But there’s something else that can improve your heart’s longevity and you may not Read more

posted: Apr. 11, 2024.

Sometimes, despite our best care, we lose a tooth. If it is a front tooth, it will probably be a high priority to replace. But if a missing tooth doesn’t Read more