2017 is here and you may be ready to put your best foot forward to make positive changes for a happier new year. While you are making health resolutions, don’t forget your smile! A healthy smile means a healthier body. The ADA (American Dental Association) offers the following suggestions for a healthy start to the new year with healthier oral... read more »

Drs. Peter Stanton, Joseph Opack, and David Opack at St. Paul Family Dentistry want to wish our patients in St. Paul, Minnesota, a healthy, happy, holiday. This holiday season, don’t forget to give the gift of a healthy smile to yourself and your loved ones. Did You Know? Tooth decay affects 60-90% of teenagers and adults (World Health Organization). 75%... read more »

From the moment a child cuts his or her first tooth (usually around six months of age), dental care becomes an important part of healthy growth and development. Caring for a small mouth full of brand-new teeth can be both intimidating and difficult, which is why we’ve provided a few tips to help you maintain your infant’s oral health. 1.... read more »

Did you know that it’s possible to be allergic to toothpaste? What would you do if you were allergic to toothpaste? In fact, how would you know that you were allergic to toothpaste? Maybe most importantly, what would you do to keep your teeth clean? Do you know what’s inside your toothpaste? Should you? You can usually tell what your... read more »