Triclosan Controversy
Triclosan is an antibacterial and antifungal agent found in many consumer products, including soaps, detergents, toys and toothpastes. Its efficacy as an antimicrobial agent, its safety, and the risk of bacterial resistance remains controversial. Recently, the controversy has returned to the news. Here's a recent article. This article brings up…
Infant Oral Care
Baby oral care should start as early as possible. Babies love routine... so why not take advantage. Choose a time of the day that suits you best, whether its first thing in the morning, or during baby's bath time. I personally have found right before bath time to be the…
Christine Outreach Trip to Vietnam
Many of our clients have met our full-time hygienist, Christine. We all know her for her kindness, patience, and wonderful dental cleanings. Something you may not know about her, is that she does a couple dental Outreach trips per year. We are immensely proud of her and the commitment she…
Meet My New Daughter
As many of you already know, I am on maternity leave for a few months. I am so thankful to have Dr. Henry Tom and Dr. Gail Landsberger covering me while I am away from the office. We all share similar values and ethics at work, and care deeply for…
Top Reasons Kids Need Regular Dental Check Ups
Today we list off the top reasons for a Dental check that you may be putting off or don’t know about.
Safer Dental X-Rays: The Benefits of Going Digital
Dental x-rays are an integral part of regular dental check ups. X-rays are necessary to detect decay and check the health of the surrounding tissues. Most patients understand the benefits of x-rays however some worry about their exposure to radiation. Third Street Dental is committed to our patient’s safety and…
Halloween Toothy Tips
Halloween's coming, and that means sweets! Learn to keep your teeth healthy this Halloween with these tips!
How to Get Your Kids to Floss
Flossing becomes important after the toddler has a full set of baby teeth. This is when the teeth start to touch, and plaque forms and sticks between the teeth.