Regular Check-Ups
Come on in for a check-up, we’re happy to see you again! We enjoy catching up with the news in your life—and we pride ourselves on providing you that "stitch in time" that can prevent trouble. If a problem is [...]
Caring for a Dental Bridge
If you have had one or more missing teeth replaced with a dental bridge restoration (also sometimes called a fixed partial denture), then be sure to keep up the good work by properly caring for it. Just following these helpful [...]
Can Kissing Cause Cavities?
Sorry to say, it can. In fact, anything involving contact with saliva—a kiss, parents tasting their babies’ food, sharing of tableware and toothbrushes—can transmit decay-causing bacteria. Soon after birth, infants start to get those bacteria that inhabit the mouth and [...]
Waiting to Exhale
It’s not the best way to deal with bad breath... Do you have bad breath, aka halitosis? If so, what are you doing about it, besides turning your face away from anyone who comes near? Finding the cure means first [...]
Tooth Watch: Early Detection
We Call it “Distant Early Warning.” Wouldn't you say that the best dental treatment is the one you never had to undergo in the first place—because it was caught and corrected in time? We sure would! We’re always on the [...]
The Basics of Flossing
One of the simplest preventive hygiene exercises you can do for yourself is something you've heard of before. It bears repeating: floss. Every 24 hours, bacteria contribute to a new batch of plaque. Brushing, no matter how well or how [...]
Sense about Sensitivity
When teeth hurt, the sooner we reach the root of the problem, the sooner the pain disappears. What triggers tooth pain? Heat, cold, touch, air, sweet or sour foods. If you recently had a cavity filled, that area may be [...]
Flossing Is Essential!
Flossing is an integral part of a healthy oral hygiene routine. It helps remove plaque and food particles between the teeth and the gumline, areas a toothbrush cannot reach. However, many people struggle with effective flossing, either because they find [...]
Children’s Oral Health Considerations
Oral health is an important aspect of overall health and well-being, and it is essential to start taking care of children's teeth and gums from an early age. Tips for Children's Oral Health There are several important considerations when it [...]
If You Have Bleeding Gums
Bleeding Gums? Don't Panic! Twice-a-day brushings are the first line of defense against cavities, tooth decay, and periodontal (gum) disease. And since brushing is usually a routine and stress-free experience, it can be pretty worrying when you see unexpected bleeding. [...]