The Routine Smile Exam
Good For More Than Just Your Teeth! When you visit our office for that routine hygiene appointment, our team does a lot more than just probe for cavities. In addition to caring for your teeth, we’re giving you the next [...]
Putting the Squeeze on Toothpaste
Why is brushing with it important? Brushing with toothpaste is important for several reasons. First and foremost, a toothpaste and a correct brushing action work to remove plaque, a sticky, harmful film of bacteria that grows on your teeth that [...]
Dental Sealants to Block Out Decay!
A simple, preventative procedure that can save you the trouble of future cavities. It's the dreaded news that nobody wants to hear after a routine dental cleaning, you have some cavities that will need to be filled. And who could [...]
Tooth Decay Stages
How Does Tooth Decay Happen? What to know to keep your smile happy and healthy! Tooth decay isn't something that happens overnight—it occurs in stages. And the especially bad part is that once this process starts, it's all but impossible [...]
Asthma & Dentistry
Have Asthma? What You Should Know... Asthma is a common respiratory ailment affecting both children and adults. Characterized by shortness of breath and constriction of the airways, it can be pretty stressful for those experiencing an asthma attack. Luckily, individuals [...]
Are Cavities Contagious?
Yes, cavities are not just a personal problem. You might think of all bacteria as being harmful. However, many are beneficial or simply benign (causing neither harm nor benefit). And, in fact, out of all the bacteria in the human [...]
Bad Breath? Get A Checkup!
We all hate bad breath, aka halitosis. It's annoying, offputting, and of course, embarrassing. But, in terms of your oral health, bad breath can be a symptom of more significant problems. Especially if there is a sudden, unexplained change, it [...]
Floss For Healthy Teeth
Everyone knows that dentists are concerned with flossing. It's one of the common questions we often ask our patients during routine check-ups. But we're not just trying to shame or humiliate you. There's good reason—using floss is crucial to excellent [...]
Prevention Is The Best Policy
Why Prevention Is So Important "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!" It may be tempting to put off going to the dentist, especially if you feel there's nothing wrong. After all, what's the harm in skipping [...]
Skip The Soda
Why Skip Soda? If you are working toward becoming healthier, there's one simple change that will significantly benefit your overall health and your dental health as well. That is to skip drinking soda. Because of Sugar Whether you call it [...]