Did you say candy? Before you know it, Halloween will be here and even throughout the month, the chances of sneaking sweet treats wherever you go will be hard to resist! Not to mention, October is just the beginning of the holiday season where sweets, in general, will be lurking everywhere. So what's a person to do? As the spooky... 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 »
Summer is quickly winding down and it's time to prepare your child for the new back-to-school year! Getting your child registered for their classes and touring their new school is just the beginning. Your back-to-school supplies list probably includes everything from backpack, lunchbox, pencils and calculators, and the list probably goes on! During this busy time, we encourage you to... read more »
Your child's developing smile is important to us, and the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry concur that the best time to bring your child to their first dental visit is by the time they turn one. At that time, their primary teeth (baby teeth) have started coming in. Usually by around six months of age you will... read more »
Do you have dental anxiety and tend to put off visiting the dentist? While it might be tempting to delay routine dental checkups or needed treatment, don't do it! The longer you wait to get needed dental care, the more it will take to fix tooth and gum issues. If you find yourself with any of the following signs, please... 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 »
The slower summer months are a great time to make your smile look its best for all those special occasions you might be attending. One of the fastest ways to transform your smile is with teeth whitening, or for a more dramatic and long-lasting effect, dental veneers! Custom Dental Veneers Our porcelain dental veneers are ultra-thin shells that are bonded... 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 »
Summer is a great time to make cosmetic changes to your smile so you'll be ready for all the fun summer brings! Whether you are attending weddings, going on vacation or gathering at parties with family, friends and coworkers, make sure your smile is "photo ready" so you can flash your pearly whites with pride! Do you have any of... read more »
