While it might feel like as long as you brush your teeth, you’re doing all that you need to do for yourself, this isn’t the case. To ensure you’re brushing correctly for dental hygiene that offers effective results, there are a few areas that require your attention. Making sure the bristles are your best option and […]
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Are you struggling with sensitive teeth? Do you find that what’s even worse is that you’re struggling with figuring out what to do about the situation? Before you assume this discomfort means you’re facing dire straits, remember that this is what we are here for: To help you maintain (and often regain) oral health. Contact us, […]
We all know that a healthy diet is good for our hearts, blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, and can even increase our energy levels. However, now research shows that a healthy, low-carb diet is also good for our teeth. Carbohydrates turn into sugar in our bodies and we all know that sugar is not good for […]
On most dental websites you will see bonding and contouring listed together. Does that mean they are one and the same? No. Bonding and contouring are two separate, but easy, procedures, that can help make over your smile. Want to know more? Take our quiz below! […]
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Just the thought of going to the dentist makes some people nervous because it seems like such a serious thing. Other than to get a checkup and cleaning, it is usually for treatment, and treatment means longer visits and more time in the chair. But did you know there are some dental treatments that don’t […]
While most people can probably get their teeth whitened without a second thought, teeth whitening is not for everyone. In some cases, it just doesn’t work, and in other cases it may cause pain and sensitivity. For those who are candidates for a teeth whitening procedure, we offer a convenient take-home teeth whitening kit. If […]
TMJ is the acronym for temporomandibular joint. That’s a long complicated word for your jaw joint! If you want to find your jaw joint, put your fingers on the side of your face in front of your ears and open your mouth. The round, hard bone that you feel is your jaw joint. There is […]
We all know that sugar is bad for our teeth. Our parents have been telling us that since we were tiny children. They would warn us against eating too much candy, because it is bad for your teeth. They would warn us against drinking too many sugary treats, because sugar is bad for your teeth. […]
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Dental cleanings are performed to help keep your teeth clean and healthy, which means free from bacterial plaque and tartar. Certain bacteria in your mouth feed on leftover food debris and sugars from foods and beverages, and in the process multiply and produce harmful enamel-eating acids. The bacteria and acids mix with your saliva and […]
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Oral cancers are part of a group of cancers referred to as head and neck cancers. Although oral cancer isn’t usually the one you hear about on the news, over 48,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year. Because this cancer is usually discovered late, often when the cancer has already […]
