Consider this scenario, you go to your dentist for a routine exam and find out that you have an abscessed tooth. This is hard to believe considering you don’t feel any pain and your tooth looks normal on the outside. Seeking a second opinion, you go to another dentist who confirms what your dentist told […]
What Does a Good Dental Hygienist Do?
4 ways a dental hygienist adds value to your care team There’s one aspect of dentist appointments and dental cleanings that I believe is often overlooked. That’s the relationship with your dental hygienist. As a patient, it’s important to understand the value the hygienist brings to your dental health. » Click here for a video […]
How to Keep Teeth Healthy: Common Barriers to Healthy Teeth
As a dentist, my ultimate goal is to help patients reach 100 years of age with their natural teeth. This may seem out of reach, but I think more and more people are believing this is possible and are looking for ways to achieve this for themselves. The key to maintain healthy teeth until you’re […]
Is It Safe to Go to the Dentist? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
You have a throbbing toothache, but is it safe to go to the dentist right now? Put your mind at ease by learning what you can expect at a dental appointment. Is it safe to go to the dentist now, or should you put dental matters on the back burner? Patients everywhere want to know […]
Barriers to Dental Care – Why People Avoid the Dentist
What keeps people from going to the dentist (dental anxiety, cost of dental care, lack of time) could result in severe dental problems causing them to have to deal with that very thing in a bigger way. One thing our dentist office specializes in is treating adults who have significant dental needs that have accumulated […]
Best Electric Toothbrush
Trying to find the best electric toothbrush recommended by dentists? Brushing is the most important thing you can do to maintain your dental health. However, in my experience, many people are not brushing their teeth well. They brush too hard, don’t use the right technique, habitually miss the same areas and
What Causes Bad Breath and How to Get Rid of it for Good
Bad breath got you avoiding everyone? Stop hiding behind your hand and smile with confidence with these proven remedies. Do you suffer from bad breath? If so, you’re not alone. Most people find themselves with less-than-desirable breath on an occasional basis. Others may deal with chronic halitosis. No matter where you fall on the bad […]
How To Keep Teeth Healthy By Avoiding Bad Habits
Your Bad Habits May Be Ruining Your Teeth We all have habits we wish we could kick. But not all of them have a negative effect on your health or appearance. Unfortunately, many people’s bad habits are wreaking havoc on their smile – causing tooth decay, unsightly wear and chips that can require costly dental […]
How To Get Healthy Gums And Avoid Gum Disease
Your Mouth Is Talking To You – Bleeding Gums, Bad Breath and Sensitive Teeth are Signs You May Have Gum Disease. Get Healthy Gums and Keep Your Teeth… When you think of your dental health, what comes to mind? For many people, dental health begins and ends with healthy teeth. They focus their efforts on […]
Prioritizing Dental Care Can Save You Money
I often see new patients who require a great deal of dental work. Either they’ve put off addressing their dental issues, or are so overwhelmed they don’t know where to start. Over time, these issues become worse and the cost to fix them even higher, which often results in more delays in treatment and even […]
