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In These Uncertain Times, We Still Care About Your Dental Health
posted: Jun. 17, 2022.
During this year's National Public Health Week in April, health issues like vaping and the opioid crisis are taking a back seat to what is front and center on everyone's Read more -
If You're Caring For an Older Adult, Make Their Oral Health a Top Priority
posted: Apr. 08, 2022.
Most of us care for our teeth without much assistance, save from our dentist. But that can change as we get older. A senior adult sometimes needs the help of Read more -
How to Ensure Your Child's Teeth and Gums Stay Healthy Now and Later
posted: Dec. 19, 2021.
Being a parent can be a rewarding role. But it's also hard work, especially the effort required in keeping children healthy. In that respect, there's one area you don't want Read more -
Monitoring Blood Pressure is Also Important During Dental Care
posted: Aug. 11, 2021.
You may think your blood pressure is only important to your general health — but it can also affect your dental care. That’s why it’s increasingly common for dental providers Read more -
Pay Attention to Gum Disease Warning Signs for an Early Diagnosis
posted: Aug. 01, 2021.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a devastating infection that eventually causes tooth loss if not treated. Plaque removal, antibiotics and possible surgical intervention have proven quite effective in stopping the infection Read more -
A Dental Exam Could Uncover an Eating Disorder
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.
After your son or daughter's dental exam, you expect to hear about cavities, poor bites or other dental problems. But your dentist might suggest a different kind of problem you Read more -
We'll Help You Maintain Your Oral Health After Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
It’s been a long road back to oral health for you after periodontal (gum) disease. But after several plaque removal sessions and perhaps even surgical procedures to address deep infection, Read more -
4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in other Read more -
OTC Pain Relievers Usually Enough to Relieve Post-Procedure Mouth Discomfort
posted: Nov. 14, 2020.
Because the mouth is one of the most sensitive areas of the body, we go to great lengths to eliminate pain and discomfort associated with dental work. Anesthesia, both local Read more -
Saliva Performs Many Functions for Both Oral and General Health
posted: Aug. 26, 2020.
While oral hygiene, a nutritious diet and regular dental visits are all crucial to long-term oral health, these efforts complement what your body already does to keep your mouth healthy. Read more -
4 Simple Things You Can Do to Stop Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 06, 2020.
When they weren't building pyramids or wrapping mummies, the ancient Egyptians mixed herbs and spices with a little honey to make small lozenges. Their purpose: to fight halitosis, that perennial Read more -
Managing Gum Disease Could Benefit Other Conditions You May Have
posted: Apr. 28, 2020.
Nearly half of all Americans have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Without proper daily hygiene and treatment, this aggressive disease can ultimately cause tooth loss. It also appears the Read more -
Vaping Could Be Just as Harmful to Your Teeth and Gums as Smoking
posted: Nov. 10, 2019.
The electronic cigarette (e-cig), the much-acclaimed smoking alternative, has recently been linked to hundreds of lung-related illnesses and deaths among otherwise healthy young adults. But dentists were actually among the Read more -
Keep an Eye on Your Teeth and Gum Health During Cancer Treatment
posted: Feb. 12, 2019.
If you’re facing cancer treatment, we wish you the best outcome possible. Treating this disease has advanced tremendously in recent decades, but the available options are still often challenging to 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 -
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
