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The Major Benefits of Early Childhood Dental Visits
posted: Mar. 15, 2019.
For a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, it takes a lifetime of personal and professional care. Starting your child’s daily hygiene with the first tooth eruption is a must; Read more -
Know Your Toothpaste: How to Simplify Your Purchasing Decision
posted: Mar. 05, 2019.
Confused about which toothpaste to buy? You’re not alone — we’re all regularly confronted with multiple choices when we shop.But you can simplify your decision-making process by first remembering that Read more -
Reduce Sugar Consumption - for a Healthier Mouth and Body
posted: Feb. 23, 2019.
Tooth decay doesn't appear out of nowhere. It begins with bacteria, which produce acid that softens and erodes tooth enamel. Without adequate enamel protection, cavities can develop.So, one of our Read more -
Implant-Supported Dentures - a Better Fit with Excessive Bone Loss
posted: Feb. 13, 2019.
Some patients who wear dentures face a kind of Catch-22: their denture fit may have loosened and become uncomfortable over time due to continued bone loss, yet the same bone Read more -
Dental Implants Could be Your Best Option to Replace Lost Teeth
posted: Feb. 03, 2019.
An estimated 35 million people in the United States are missing all of their teeth on at least one jaw. Your situation may not be as serious — perhaps you've Read more -
Changes in Bone Structure can Affect Denture Fit
posted: Jan. 24, 2019.
It’s a common problem for denture wearers: after years of a comfortable fit, your dentures now seem to be uncomfortably loose. The reason, though, may have more to do with Read more -
Willie Wonka's Chocolate Factory Was Not So Sweet to Cast's Teeth!
posted: Jan. 14, 2019.
The classic movie Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, starring Gene Wilder, still brings back sweet memories of childhood to people everywhere. Recently, the news broke that a remake of Read more -
Check the Ingredient List First When Purchasing Toothpaste
posted: Jan. 04, 2019.
“Brighter teeth!” “Fresher Breath!” “Fewer Cavities!”There are a lot of toothpaste brands making claims like these — choosing one to use among the many can be overwhelming. Is there a Read more -
Difficult or Not, Plaque Removal is Necessary for Stopping Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 25, 2018.
When we refer to periodontal (gum) disease, we’re actually talking about a family of progressive, infectious diseases that attack the gums and other tissues attached to the teeth. Caused primarily Read more -
Don't Put Off Getting Treatment for Your Sensitive Teeth
posted: Dec. 15, 2018.
While out with friends one evening, you take a bite of ice cream. Suddenly, pain shoots through your teeth. It only lasts a second, but it's enough to ruin your Read more -
Clear Aligners Provide a Less Embarrassing Orthodontic Choice for Teens
posted: Dec. 05, 2018.
For decades, traditional braces were the only orthodontic choice for moving misaligned teeth. Although they’re quite effective, they can cause discomfort and, for teens especially, embarrassment due to their noticeable Read more -
Common Types of Tooth Injuries and How to Treat Them
posted: Nov. 25, 2018.
Although naturally resilient, your teeth still face some significant dangers. Tooth decay and gum disease, “enemies” within the mouth, can severely damage your teeth and eventually lead to their loss.But Read more -
The True Cause of Your Gummy Smile Determines How We Treat it
posted: Nov. 15, 2018.
What makes a beautiful smile? The teeth, of course: bright, evenly shaped and precisely aligned with each other. But your teeth can be as perfect as can be and your Read more -
That Space Between Your Front Teeth May be Caused by Overgrown Muscle
posted: Nov. 05, 2018.
The various structures in your mouth — your teeth and gums, of course, as well as periodontal tissues that hold teeth in place within the jaw — all function together Read more -
Oral Health Concerns for Preteens
posted: Oct. 26, 2018.
As if the preteen years didn’t give kids and their parents enough to think about, new oral health concerns loom on the horizon. Along with major changes to the body, Read more -
Removing Wisdom Teeth now may Prevent Dental Problems Later
posted: Oct. 16, 2018.
Teeth damaged by decay, periodontal (gum) disease or trauma are often removed (extracted) if they’re deemed beyond repair. But there’s another reason we may recommend an extraction: a tooth is Read more