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How to Reduce Dental Anxiety

If you struggle from dental anxiety, then oral health can be especially difficult. Here are a few ways that you can try to combat those anxious feelings.

Caring for Your Teeth While Pregnant

Pregnancy is a time full of changes. Your body is working hard to create new life and the changes to your body seem to be endless. One of the changes that you may not think about at first is how pregnancy may affect your teeth and oral health.

Braces Are About More Than Just Straight Teeth

Braces come with more benefits than you might think; You might be surprised how they could help you or your child.

Am I Brushing My Teeth Too Much?

How hard, and how often should you brush your teeth? the answer might not be immediately obvious. By following these tips, you'll be sure that you don't damage our teeth.

I just chipped a tooth. Now what do I do?

Though typically strong, stable, and sturdy enough to hold up to decades of chewing foods of varied consistencies, there are occasions when something happens and a tooth simply can’t withstand the pressure.

When to Bring Young Children To The Dentist

At what age should a child have their first dentist appointment? How should I prepare to bring my child in for their dental exam? We can help you answer these common questions and more.

Tips to Convince Kids to Brush their Teeth.

If you’re a parent, you’ve developed your own tricks for getting your kids to do things that they may not want to do. At South University Dental Associates, we decided to compile the best tips and tricks to help you get your kids set on a lifetime of healthy oral hygiene habits.

Where does the tooth fairy story come from?

South University Dental Associates decided to investigate the beginnings of the Tooth Fairy myth so you could learn where this admittedly strange tale comes from.

Exciting News Happening at SUDA

South University Dental Associates will undergo an expansion and remodel during the spring and summer of 2021. The project will begin by breaking ground for the addition Monday, April 5th.

How Can I Make My Teeth Less Sensitive?

Having sensitive teeth is fun, in the same way that paying taxes is fun, or stubbing your toe is fun. That is to say, it’s not fun at all. here's how to fix it.

How Do I Know if My Child Has a Cavity?

How do I know if my child has a cavity? What are the warning signs that my child has a cavity? What should I do if I think my child has a cavity?

COVID-19 Update: October 19, 2020

As we all continue to try and operate during these challenging times we wanted to give you an update on what we are doing to keep all our patients and team members safe at South University Dental Associates.

What is a Dental Crown?

Despite the strength of our teeth, they do have susceptibility. Accidental breaking, chipping, cracking, and cavities can deteriorate the structure of a tooth to the point where support is needed in the form of a crown when a filling won’t suffice.

How long should I brush my teeth?

Divide your mouth up into four quadrants (upper right, upper left, lower right, lower left) and brush for 30 seconds in each quadrant. Not only will this help you brush for the correct duration, it also ensures you are giving all teeth equal attention.

How does a dentist fix a chipped tooth?

Humans were made to have strong teeth. If you think of the number of meals you eat per day, plus snacking, plus beverages, you’ll quickly realize our teeth indeed hold up to quite the daily workout.

How does mouthwash affect your teeth?

At South University Dental, our professionals recommend a daily regimen of brushing and flossing your teeth to maintain a sparkling smile. But what about mouthwash? Should this be part of the routine as well?

Fall Giveaway Winners!

Fall giveaway winners: Congratulations to Griffin & Jeff!

What is the Difference Between Plaque and Tartar?

Plaque is easily removed by brushing, but can cause cavities, periodontal disease, and gingivitis if regular brushing and flossing is neglected. One of the biggest hazards of plaque is its acidity, which causes harm to tooth enamel.

News and Articles

How to Reduce Dental Anxiety

Caring for Your Teeth While Pregnant

Braces Are About More Than Just Straight Teeth

Am I Brushing My Teeth Too Much?

I just chipped a tooth. Now what do I do?

When to Bring Young Children To The Dentist

Tips to Convince Kids to Brush their Teeth.

Where does the tooth fairy story come from?

Exciting News Happening at SUDA

How Can I Make My Teeth Less Sensitive?

How Do I Know if My Child Has a Cavity?

COVID-19 Update: October 19, 2020

What is a Dental Crown?

How long should I brush my teeth?

How does a dentist fix a chipped tooth?

How does mouthwash affect your teeth?

Fall Giveaway Winners!

What is the Difference Between Plaque and Tartar?

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News and Articles

How to Reduce Dental Anxiety

Caring for Your Teeth While Pregnant

Braces Are About More Than Just Straight Teeth

Am I Brushing My Teeth Too Much?

I just chipped a tooth. Now what do I do?

When to Bring Young Children To The Dentist

Tips to Convince Kids to Brush their Teeth.

Where does the tooth fairy story come from?

Exciting News Happening at SUDA

How Can I Make My Teeth Less Sensitive?

How Do I Know if My Child Has a Cavity?

COVID-19 Update: October 19, 2020

What is a Dental Crown?

How long should I brush my teeth?

How does a dentist fix a chipped tooth?

How does mouthwash affect your teeth?

Fall Giveaway Winners!

What is the Difference Between Plaque and Tartar?

General Information

Family Dentistry

Restorative Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry

Contact Us

Summer Hours:Memorial day - Labor Day

Normal Hours

Summer Hours:
Memorial day - Labor Day