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Diastema, or, Mind the Gap!
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they Read more
Taking Charge of Your Dental Health
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

Now that you’re a teenager, you have a lot more responsibility and independence. Choosing high school classes and electives. Getting a driver’s license. Landing your first job. And those new Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
Can sealants benefit you?
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

Molars are difficult to reach when brushing your teeth because they’re full of crevices, caves, and pits that can provide the perfect environment for decay. Sealants are the perfect fix Read more
My gums are shrinking!
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more
Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty Read more
Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more
Building Blocks for a Healthy Grown-Up Smile
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

Even before a baby is born, those tiny baby teeth are already forming. Expectant mothers can help ensure that their children’s baby teeth will be strong and healthy by getting Read more
A Spot of Trouble?
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some Read more
We May Be Able To Treat Some Bite Problems Early
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.

In any given year, 4 million tweens and teens are in the process of having their teeth straightened with braces or clear aligners. It's so common we tend to Read more
Buffalo Bills' Stefon Diggs Knows There's Never a Bad Place to Floss
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs wrapped up the NFL regular season in January, setting single-season records in both catches and receiving yards. The Bills handily beat the Miami Read more
Here's Why Gum Disease Could Be Lurking in Your Mouth Even Now
posted: Mar. 24, 2021.

If you think periodontal (gum) disease is something that only happens to the other guy (or gal), you might want to reconsider. Roughly half of adults over age 30—and Read more
There's No Madness in Protecting Your Family Basketball Player With a Custom Mouthguard
posted: Mar. 14, 2021.

A wave of madness is about to sweep across Indianapolis and onto television screens across America—March Madness, that is. That's right: After its cancellation in 2020 due to COVID-19, Read more
Not Getting a Good Night's Sleep? Your Dentist May Be Able to Help
posted: Mar. 04, 2021.

If you live an average lifespan, you'll spend more than 200,000 hours in blissful slumber. It's not a waste, though: You absolutely need this much sleep to maintain optimum Read more
Vivica Fox and Zendaya Have This in Common: A Gorgeous Smile
posted: Feb. 22, 2021.

Kill Bill fans have been pressing for a third installment of the stylized revenge tale since Kill Bill, Volume 2 hit the theaters in 2004. Finally, filmmaker Quentin Tarantino Read more