Flossing Tips for Healthy Teeth and Gums
Of all the things you can do to maintain a healthy mouth, flossing has got to be the least expensive! But many patients don’t take the time to floss. And if you …
What is Plaque?
Most people have heard of the word “plaque,” and know it’s not something you want on your teeth. Yet, they don’t know what exactly plaque is or how it contributes to dental …
Protect Yourself Against Oral Cancer
If there were a quick and painless way to identify pre-cancerous cells in the mouth of someone you love, would you ask them to try it? What if that person were you? …
Should I Brush Before Flossing?
The age-old question – should you floss before or after you brush your teeth? If you asked any one of our team members, you just might get a different answer on this …
What You Need To Know About Crossbites
Normally, when a parent brings a young kid to the dentist, the last discussion they’re expecting to have is one focused on braces and orthodontic appliances. Yet, even as young as three …
What Are the Effects of Soda on Teeth?
What Are the Effects of Soda on Teeth? Ever seen those videos where someone puts a baby tooth in a glass of soda and watches it decay? Well, the effect of soda in …
What Foods Cause Tooth Decay?
When it comes to tooth decay, it’s important to know the main culprit – acid. Acid is what eats away at our enamel and causes cavities. Acid can enter our mouths in …
Strokes and Oral Health: Is There A Connection?
Strokes – every four minutes, someone in the United States dies from one! As we learn more about how our oral health affects our overall health, we couldn’t help but wonder if …
Do I Really Need A Deep Teeth Cleaning?
Well, your dentist has recommended a deep teeth cleaning, do you really need it? The answer is yes, you need a deep teeth cleaning. Let us explain. What is a deep teeth cleaning? A …
Tooth Sensitivity to Cold? To Hot? To Sweets? Read this!
I scream, you scream, we all scream from ice cream!Those aren’t the correct words to the song, but if you are one of the over 3 million Americans who suffer from tooth sensitivity to …