Gum disease is a very widespread disorder, with studies from the Centers for Disease Control showing half of adults over 30 exhibit signs of the disease. However, with proper care and attention you can significantly reduce your risk of developing the disease. We encourage patients to take a preventive approach to safeguarding their smiles from […]
The History Of Root Canals
Based on a skull found in the Negev Desert in Israel with a bronze wire inside a tooth, it has been surmised that the wire was an attempt to treat an infected tooth, therefore, rendering it root canal treatment. The skull dates back to the second or third century B.C. It is believed that the […]
Healthy Snacks For Your Child’s Teeth
School is in session, and even when it’s not, children love to snack. Oftentimes, it is easier to toss them a bite-sized Snickers bar than it is to cut up veggies. However, not only should you consider the overall health benefits of specific snacks for your children, you should also think about what those snacks […]
Why Ultrasonic Scaling May Be in Your Future
Have you been neglecting your teeth? Let’s face it, it’s easy to do. Life can be a whirlwind when things get busy and stressful, and the truth is, it’s easy to be too tired to brush your teeth before bed. Brushing your teeth once a day is better than not brushing them at all, but […]
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Are You Having A Tough Time Staying Awake?
If you are having a tough time staying awake at work, while you are driving, or watching TV, you may wonder what that has to do with dentistry. The fact is, you may be tired because you are suffering from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a dangerous condition that many dentists can help diagnose and […]
My Jaw Is Giving Me A Headache!
How can your jaw give you a headache, you may wonder…or neck pain, or tension in your shoulders? The fact is, it can. All the parts of our bodies are connected, not just by bones, but by way of muscles, ligaments, nerves, tissue, veins, arteries, and blood vessels. For instance, a very large nerve called […]
Why Are My Teeth Tired?
Do your teeth feel tired? That may seem like a silly question, and it actually is. What we mean is do your gums feel tired and achy? Does your jaw feel tired and achy too? Do the roots of your teeth seem to ache? Do you wonder why? If you answer yes to the questions […]
Find Out How Much You Know About Cosmetic Dentistry: A Quiz
General dentistry, preventive dentistry, restorative, orthodontics, periodontics, cosmetic…oh my! What are all these labels? The fact is that many types of dentistry overlap. Restorative treatments are often the same as cosmetic treatments. The only difference is why you are getting the treatment. There is a fine line sometimes between restorative and cosmetic treatment. Restorative dentistry […]
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6 Types Of Periodontal Disease
When discovered in its earliest stages gum disease can be reversed, but as it progresses that is not so. Left untreated gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease, can advance to periodontitis and eventually lead to tooth loss and other more serious health problems. Although all patients need to know is that they have gum […]
How Not To Brush Your Teeth
Did you know that if you don’t brush your teeth correctly that you can do more harm than good? Not only is there a correct way to brush your teeth, there are definitely things that you should not do when brushing. Studies have proven that if you brush your teeth incorrectly, you can harm your […]
