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Know the Benefits - and Limitations - of Your Dental Insurance Plan
posted: Nov 14, 2018.
With the major changes in healthcare over the last few years, much of what we understand about insurance has been turned on its head. The term “Insurance” now often means Read more -
Avoid Implant Failure by Watching Out for These Mouth Problems
posted: Nov 04, 2018.
There are several reasons why dental implants are so popular. Perhaps the most important, though, is their longevity: if maintained properly implants can last for decades. However, they’re not indestructible—certain Read more -
2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
posted: Oct 25, 2018.
Is a chipped tooth big news? It is if you’re Justin Bieber. When the pop singer recently posted a picture from the dental office to his instagram account, it got Read more -
Keeping the Lid on Acid to Protect Your Tooth Enamel
posted: Oct 15, 2018.
Enamel — that tough, outermost tooth layer — protects your teeth from all sorts of hazards, from bacterial attack to temperature extremes. But although the hardest substance in the human Read more -
How to Help Your Kids Form Good Oral Hygiene Habits
posted: Oct 05, 2018.
October is National Dental Hygiene Month. It comes as no surprise that good dental hygiene habits are best acquired early in life—and with good reason, as tooth decay is the Read more -
Don't Neglect Dental Care When You Encounter Tough Budget Times
posted: Sep 25, 2018.
When you’re going through hard economic times, the natural thing to do is cut areas of spending you believe you can do without. Unfortunately, many people include regular dental care Read more -
NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
posted: Sep 15, 2018.
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is Us, Read more -
The Benefits of Veneers
posted: Sep 10, 2018.
Dental veneers can transform your smile from a chipped, cracked, or discolored appearance to the beautiful, white, Hollywood smile you have always dreamed about. Luckily, your dentist can help guide Read more -
We can Build up Lost Bone Before Your Implant
posted: Sep 05, 2018.
The “magic” behind a dental implant’s durability is the special affinity its imbedded titanium post has with bone. Over time bone grows and attaches to the titanium surface to produce Read more -
World Cup Soccer Coach-Dentist Saves the Day!
posted: Aug 24, 2018.
If you followed the 2018 FIFA World Cup Soccer games, you probably know that one of this year’s biggest surprises was the debut of the team from Iceland—the smallest country Read more -
Artificial Sweeteners Could Help You Reduce the Risk of Dental Disease
posted: Aug 01, 2018.
We’re all familiar with “naughty” and “nice” lists for food: “nice” items are beneficial or at least harmless; on the other hand, those on the “naughty” list are not and Read more -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Jul 22, 2018.
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of his Read more -
How Often Should I Visit My Dentist?
posted: Jul 12, 2018.
Visiting the dentist is an important part of your overall dental health. However, the best dental schedule and routine for you are not always clear. Do you know how you Read more -
What Happens in a Root Canal Treatment and How it Can Save Your Tooth
posted: Jul 12, 2018.
Along with periodontal (gum) disease, tooth decay poses one of the two greatest threats to your teeth. Cavities are just the start: if decay invades the pulp, the tooth’s innermost Read more -
A Retainer Helps you Keep Your New Smile after the Braces Come Off
posted: Jul 01, 2018.
It’s a big moment after months of wearing braces to finally get a glimpse of your new smile. The crooked teeth and poor bite are gone — and in their Read more -
June Is Men's Health Month
posted: Jun 21, 2018.
Each June, as we celebrate Father’s Day, we get a chance to pay tribute to the important men in our lives. One of the best ways to do that is Read more
