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Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more -
Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more -
Good Dental Hygiene Impacts Overall General Health
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall general health. There are naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of those bacteria, including Read more -
Overall Health Can Be Influenced By Oral Hygiene
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
Keeping on top of your oral health is key when it comes to making sure your whole body stays healthy. The bacteria that occur naturally in your mouth can produce Read more -
Does smoking affect oral health?
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral Read more -
Three Must-Have Dental Treatments
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
In dentistry, there are a wide variety of treatments, everything from elective procedures to those that are necessary and potentially lifesaving. So given the slew of treatment options, how do Read more -
Don’t Let Craze Lines Faze You
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.
You’re getting ready for a night out, or you’re checking to make sure you removed every bit of spinach after eating, or you’re practicing your best selfie smile . . Read more -
It's been years since my last appointment; what should I expect?
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.
Feeling apprehensive or guilty for not visiting a dentist in over a year is common, but coming back to receive dental care is easier than you may think. Our dental Read more -
Five Things You Should Never Do With Your Toothbrush
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.
When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it Read more -
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more -
Five Things You Didn't Know About Cavities
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.
Most people know when they have a cavity—they can either see it on their tooth or... ouch! They can feel it! But there are certain things that many of our Read more -
Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not Read more -
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 04, 2022.
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more -
Airplane Oral Health Tips
posted: Sep. 27, 2022.
What’s in your carry-on bag? You’ve got your passport, ticket, and currency, but what about dental floss? Of course! You’re preparing for the trip of a lifetime, and we want Read more -
Find Out how Your Diet can Cause Cavities
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.
Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. the doctor and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth Read more -
What to do about Dry Mouth
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.
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