Gum Disease Prevention
- posted: Aug. 24, 2021
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a chronic bacterial infection of the gums, periodontal ligament, and bone that surround and support the teeth. Gum disease includes gingivitis (the Read More
Your Options for Sedation Dentistry
- posted: Aug. 17, 2021
Fear of going to the dentist is more common than you may think. That’s why the doctor and our team want to make your visit as relaxing as possible. Your anxiety Read More
Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
- posted: Aug. 10, 2021
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read More
Improve Your Smile with Periodontal Cosmetic Enhancements
- posted: Aug. 03, 2021
When we think about improving our smile, we generally focus on our teeth. Are they straight enough? White enough? Your orthodontist and dentist can provide suggestions for these issues if Read More
Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
- posted: Jul. 27, 2021
Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay Read More
What is gum disease?
- posted: Jul. 20, 2021
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection of the gum tissues, and is something seen all too often by the doctor. Extending from inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) Read More
Top Five Ways to Improve Heart Health
- posted: Jul. 13, 2021
While there is no definite evidence that if your prevent gum diseases, like periodontitis, that you may be able to prevent a heart condition or heart disease. The only thing Read More
What to do about Dry Mouth
- posted: Jul. 06, 2021
Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of 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
Improve your oral health with xylitol!
- posted: Jun. 22, 2021
Xylitol tastes sweet, but unlike sugar, it is not converted to acid that can cause your teeth to decay. It’s a naturally occurring sweetener found in plants, fruits, and vegetables; Read More
What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
- posted: Jun. 15, 2021
Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a Read More