Misty on Dental Implants
See what Misty, Dr. Jordan Cooper’s lead assistant, has to say about dental implant recovery and working at Cooper Family Dentistry.
View ArticlePathfinder Mini Health Fair and Blood Drive
We felt privileged to be a part of the Pathfinder Mini Health Fair and Blood Drive last week. Pathfinder provides an array of services for the disabled. Services are provided for those Arkansans with...
View ArticleDon’t forget to floss!
We came across an iPhone app that was created to help users remember to floss on a regular basis. There are many options and settings within the app, but one feature we like is the notification...
View ArticleMay e-Newsletter
We sent our May e-newsletter out last week to update patients on what’s been happening around our office. If you didn’t receive the publication in your inbox, click on the photo below to view it.
View ArticleSurprising Things That Can Damage Teeth
It is hard to imagine how you would have to function if you didn’t have any teeth. Teeth are a vital part of our body and are used frequently throughout the day. They are an important step in the...
View ArticleChoosing the Right Toothbrush for Your Mouth
If you have ever taken the time to look around the dental hygiene section in your local grocery store or pharmacy, you know just how many different choices there are when it comes to toothbrushes....
View ArticleBrush your teeth before you eat!
It seems like common sense to brush your teeth after you eat, but some dentists actually brushing before you eat to be more effective. Brushing your teeth after eating makes sense, because you need...
View ArticleWhy dental sealants?
Some parents wonder why they should put dental sealants on their child’s teeth. If they make it a habit of brushing and flossing after they eat and avoid gummy or extremely sugary foods, shouldn’t...
View ArticleThe Dangers of an Abscessed Tooth
It is no secret that an abscessed tooth causes pain, but are you aware of the importance of taking care of it right away? With many toothaches, patients tend to ignore the pain until it is unbearable,...
View ArticleThe Importance of Dentist Appointments when you Have Braces
If you or your teen have braces, chances are it is to obtain that perfect smile that is constantly sought after by many. But if you do not practice good oral hygiene while you have those braces, your...
View ArticleHow Should You Deal with TMJ?
If you suffer from TMJ, you could be suffering quite a bit. Some people find it difficult to chew certain foods, others wake up with an aching jaw from grinding their teeth all night and some hear a...
View ArticleUsing a Straw Has Many Dental Benefits
Do you use a straw for your drinks at home? Chances are that the answer is no. Just as you receive a straw with your drink in restaurants, you should get in the habit of doing the same thing at home....
View ArticleCan Our Diet Cause Enamel Erosion?
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to oral health. Even the best oral health care habits can result in enamel erosion. It takes more than good oral health care to have a bright, white...
View ArticleCaring for Toothbrushes
A large component of proper oral health care is taking good care of our toothbrush. If we neglect this important aspect of oral health care, we could be doing our teeth more harm than good. It is not...
View ArticleGood Oral Health for Kids Starts with Us
We want the best oral health for your child, but before we can do that, it is important to focus on ourselves. Parents are the first role model that children look up to, which means if we have poor...
View ArticlePreventative Dental Health Care: What’s the Big Deal?
When we are one of the many people that only seek dental attention in the face of an emergency or chronic tooth pain, we are doing our mouths a disservice. Whether this is due to a true dental phobia,...
View ArticleSeniors and Chronic Dry Mouth Problems
Tooth decay is often mistakenly thought of as an ailment that only happens to children. In reality, everyone can experience it, even seniors. In fact, many seniors are at higher risk for tooth decay...
View ArticleSleep Apnea and the Dentist
Sleep apnea occurs when we stop breathing while sleeping. This could occur a few times up to hundreds of times per night. Whether we stop breathing for a second or a few minutes, it could be...
View ArticleBad Breath
Ssshhhh. It’ a subject not normally talked about. Most people don’t want to mention it. We all have it at some point. Don’t think you have it? Think about “morning breath” as you turn to say good...
View ArticleCaring For Your Child’s Teeth
There are a lot of things to learn when you have children. New parents read up on many subjects such as the appropriate amount of time to breastfeed, when your child will start to walk and what’s the...
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