You probably already know that maintaining good oral health is crucial for your overall well-being. One common dental condition is gingivitis (the early stage of gum disease) where you experience inflammation within your gums. When left untreated, gingivitis can progress into a more severe form of periodontal disease that can harm your smile. Gingivitis arises as plaque, a sticky film... read more »
Dental implants are becoming an increasingly popular option for people looking to replace missing or damaged teeth. These innovative technological tooth replacement options provide a permanent solution that looks and feels like natural teeth, giving you the confidence to smile, eat and speak without feeling self-conscious. However, it's important to choose a trusted and experienced dentist to ensure the best... read more »
February is National Gum Disease Awareness Month and it's the perfect time for us to talk a little bit about preventive dental care to prevent gum disease from taking hold in your mouth. Also called periodontal disease, gum disease starts small and progressively worsens. The main culprit is bacteria found in dental plaque which inflames and eventually infects your gum... read more »
The February 2023 National Children's Dental Health Month theme is "Brush, Floss, Smile." Tooth decay creates tiny openings or holes in tooth enamel making cavities one of the biggest health problems in infants, children and teenagers. Left untreated, cavities lead to severe toothache, infection and tooth loss. What better way to help your child's smile thrive than by making sure... read more »
When it comes to your routine dental visits, just how often should you be going? And is it the same for children, teens, adults and seniors alike? The answer might surprise you! You can't keep your teeth and gums healthy without regular dental visits supplementing daily oral hygiene care. Q. So who should go to regular dental checkups? A. Everyone... read more »
Our dentists have the expertise to help your entire family with quality dental care, including providing senior dental care for aging smiles. We have been helping seniors maintain healthy smiles and provide quality dental restorations for missing teeth by combining the latest technology with compassionate dental care so that your teeth look and feel great while also having a positive... read more »
Brushing your teeth every day is the best way to keep your teeth and gums healthy and strong by clearing out harmful oral bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease linked to other health issues. Since the mouth is the gateway to the body, poor oral health is linked to certain cancers, heart disease, diabetes and strokes.,... read more »
Before we get distracted and busy with the upcoming holiday season, September is when we highlight National Gum Care Month, shining a spotlight on gum health. Your gums are essential to healthy teeth and unfortunately, more than half of adults are fighting some degree of gum disease that destroys teeth, gums, bones and connective tissue. Gum Disease Facts -Gum disease... read more »
Taking good care of your smile means cleaning your teeth every day to remove harmful oral bacteria from your teeth (and gum line). However, brushing only isn't designed to reach between teeth and around the gums. So when you brush, you're only cleaning part of your teeth. Fortunately, flossing is designed to clear out dental plaque. When you floss using... read more »
June is National Smile Month and it's a great time to think about how you can achieve your best oral health. Oral diseases can not only leave you in extreme pain but also be life-threatening. Oral health issues can vary because of factors like how old you are, your economic and educational status and even where you live. Problems can... read more »
