Oddly enough, when someone is sick with a cold or a flu bug and are tempted to skip their daily oral care routine, you might want to think twice. You can actually feel better when you have a clean mouth. Particularly when you have a bug that keeps you down for a week or two to fully recover, it's vital... read more »

Are you seeking to improve your oral health naturally and effectively with little to no change in your cleaning routines? Are you aware that one of the biggest managers of your oral health is determined by the foods and drinks you consume? Many food choices in our world have ingredients capable of chewing through our tooth enamel and increasing your... read more »

As you probably know, drinking alcoholic beverages can lead to serious health issues, but did you know that your smile can suffer as well? While you may have heard that certain drinks, such as coffee or tea, can stain your teeth, did you know that alcohol can wear down your enamel? If this happens, you may ultimately find yourself coping... read more »

Are you disappointed in your smile because it won’t stay the white and brilliant color that you want it to? If so, we have an explanation for you. There are reasons why your teeth have gone dark, and it’s best that you understand those reasons so you can better understand your oral health. There are five things in the world... read more »

Welcome to the office of Thomas E. Ouellette, DDS, PC, in Denver Colorado! Today we would like to talk a little bit about dental plaque and how it impacts your smile. Streptococcus is a bacteria living in the mouth which feeds on sugars and starches left behind after eating, creating acid. If this acid is not removed by daily brushing and... read more »