Gum Disease: Causes, Signs & Risks

June 15th, 2022

Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. It is a chronic infection that damages gum tissue and can potentially destroy the jaw bone. However, since this condition is typically painless, many individuals go years without receiving a... more »

Teeth Grinding is on the Rise Due to Pandemic Stress

April 8th, 2021

Studies have shown that teeth grinding has increased during the pandemic; we can help protect your smile. Now that we're more than a year into a global pandemic, we are learning more about the variety of indirect effects that COVID-19 has had on the... more »

Scientists Prove Human Ancestors Drank Milk

March 15th, 2021

Scientists have spent decades studying ancient paintings on cave walls that depict animals being milked in an attempt to find evidence of dairy consumption. They have even found traces of dairy fat in pots. But scientists have never been able to determine if... more »

Are Veneers Right for You?

February 5th, 2021

Veneers can be a simple, non-invasive way to change your smile's shape and look while preserving valuable tooth structure.  If you're looking for a non-invasive way to improve the shape of your smile, veneers might be the choice for you. Veneers are... more »

A Beautiful Smile is Just One Reason for Orthodontics

December 7th, 2020

Sure, orthodontic treatment will result in a beautiful smile. But that's just one of the many benefits! Research has shown that most people have some form of malocclusion – or misaligned teeth. In fact, few people are born with a "perfect bite."... more »

Dental Abscesses Don't Have to Be A Pain

July 13th, 2020

Dental abscesses may sound scary, but they are quickly treated and even preventable! The word abscess can conjure the old-fashioned image of someone with a towel tied around their head with a painful grimace on their face. Thankfully, those days are gone,... more »

Keep Cool and Get Relief from Tooth Sensitivity

June 8th, 2020

Cold foods can make your sensitive teeth feel like a hot mess. Here are some tips to keep your mouth happy this summer. Whether it’s a tall glass of iced tea or your favorite ice cream cone, everyone has their go-to summer treat to help them cool... more »

When Is a Cleaning More Than a Cleaning?

May 11th, 2020

If you've missed a few professional cleanings or haven’t been brushing at home, you may need more than a “regular cleaning,” costing you more time and money. Did you know a routine cleaning is clinically called a prophylaxis, or... more »

Staying On Top Of Oral Health During COVID-19

April 7th, 2020

Let’s face it. None of us planned for 2020 to go quite this way. COVID-19 disruptions are reverberating across the globe on every level. From stock markets to our favorite Thai restaurant, life’s different for now. Many elective dental and medical... more »