What to Do If You Lose a Filling
It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without
How much calcium does my child need?
When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to build strong bones and grow tall and strong. Now that
Adults Can Get Cavities Too
Sure, you brush your teeth and floss regularly, so you might think you’re off the hook when it comes to the dental chair. However, it’s
A Spot of Trouble?
Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth,
Solutions for Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments, or the result
Top Five Dental Myths
Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound.
Considerations When Picking the Right Mouthwash
A solid oral health routine begins with daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Without a consistent oral health regimen, you may begin to experience tooth decay
Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is
Can’t Take Another Bite?
We’re not talking post-holiday “I can’t eat another bite” discomfort. No, we’re here to talk about the discomfort caused by bite pain. Usually, our teeth
Make Tooth Brushing Fun
The best brushing routine for parent and child is two minutes of gentle brushing in the morning and two in the evening. But if the
Top Five Ways to Improve Heart Health
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
June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play
Flossing Fixes
A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
Memorial Day didn’t become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in
Periodontics and Braces Treatment
Most people think braces are all about their teeth. While it is true orthodontics is meant to move your teeth into proper position, there’s more
Menu The Best DH in Baseball
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best
Using Sippy Cups Successfully
Congratulations! Your child is beginning to leave her bottle behind and has started to use her first sippy cup. And the best training cup is
How safe are dental X-rays?
the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also
Make Every Day Earth Day
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called