Protect Your Chompers From the Monsters
When Halloween rolls around, kids pull out the costumes, and dentists roll up their sleeves. Everyone knows that eventually those two pounds of sweets your child picked up trick-or-treating are going to end up in somebody’s mouth — most likely yours or your child’s. While any type of sugar left in your teeth can be […]
National Dental Hygiene Month
Few people out there get as excited about flossing, brushing, and dental hygiene as we do! National Dental Hygiene Month is our favorite month of the year, because it allows us to discuss our passion without any limitations. Believe it or not, sometimes our friends, families and even co-workers get sick of hearing us go […]
‘Tis the Season For Sweet Treats
Fall is here and “candy season” is among us. Before you reach for that handful of candy corn or the caramel apple lollipop, keep in mind the oral health effects that candy and sweets can have on teeth. The bacteria in the mouth that causes cavities loves to eat sugars and carbohydrates – whether it […]
Oral Hygiene Can Impact Your Overall Health
When taking care of your overall health, it’s easy to name the obvious: healthy eating, exercise, restful sleep, and routine wellness exams. But did you know your teeth and gum health can affect your heart, lungs and other organs? Not taking the time to form good oral hygiene habits may cause harm in ways that […]
Tips for a Healthy Cook Out
The Labor Day challenge we all must face: potato salad, burgers, ribs, the dogs and everything else wonderfully delicious offered in a buffet style line up that would test even the will power of fitness super star Jillian Michaels. The only thing that looks remotely healthy is the garnishes! You are just a regular person […]
Building a Healthy Lifestyle One Bite at a Time
Since I opened this practice in 1977, it has been my goal to better the health of our community by providing the best possible care. With this care, comes the knowledge of our 25 plus dentists. We will work to guide you to a healthy lifestyle and educate you at each appointment. The diet and […]
How to Leave Your Child’s First Appointment with a SMILE
There are many factors that contribute to how successful your child’s first appointment is. If you follow the below tips, you will be sure to leave the appointment with a smile. Before the teeth erupt, be sure to clean your child’s mouth with a soft cloth or infant toothbrush at bath time. This will help […]
Are you in pain? It’s time to “crack” the code
Are you worried that you suffer from a cracked tooth? Do you know that a root canal treatment can actually save your tooth? What is a cracked tooth? A cracked tooth means a crack extends from the chewing surface of your tooth vertically toward the root. The tooth is not yet separated into pieces, though […]
Understanding Gum Recession
Gum recession is a major point of concern for many dental patients. Receding gums expose the sensitive root areas of your teeth and can lead to a variety of problems, from severe gum disease to tooth loss. Fortunately, your dentist has treatment options to reverse gum recession and restore the health of your mouth. From […]
How to Properly Floss Your Teeth
Your dentist knows how important flossing is for good oral health, and you probably know about the benefits of flossing, too. But do you know how to floss properly? It can be tricky, but with a little practice and the right information, you can floss like a professional—and make your dentist proud. Wrap about […]
