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What You Need to Know About Keeping Your Mouth Healthy
Men, dental examinations and treatment are important for you, too. Did you know according to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), by age 72 men lose an average of 5 teeth? That number jumps to 12 if you are also […]
Saving Your Smile During COVID-19
BY : BECKY MANDELBAUM, PHOTOS COURTESY OF KAILLY GONZALEZ AND PHOTOS FOR THE PEOPLE One morning this past September, I noticed something strange: my front tooth was chipped. It wasn’t an extreme chip, just a little notch in the corner, […]
Health Link: Oral Hygiene and Heart Disease
The human body is a network of interconnected systems and organs. Unfortunately, issues that impact one particular area of your body can also effect the health and function of other areas. Recently, studies have highlighted evidence for links between gum […]
The Truth About Dental Anxiety
Is anxiety or nervousness preventing you from visiting our team? Dental treatments should not be a cause of stress. If you worry about pain, embarrassment, or loss or control during a dental examination, we want you to know two very […]
Be Wary of These Beverages
It’s common knowledge that plenty of beverages are not good for your health. The excessive amounts of sugar, caffeine, or alcohol found in a lot of popular drinks have well-documented impacts on your body. However, you may not be aware […]
5 Teeth Sensitivity Myths
Do you suffer from regular sensitivity? Teeth sensitivity is often misunderstood, but our dental team can help you find relief. We’re here to separate fact from fiction in sensitivity. MYTH: People’s teeth are supposed to hurt when they bite into […]
Ow! Your Guide to Canker Sores
A canker sore can make eating, drinking, and talking difficult and even painful. Maintaining your oral health by brushing and flossing may also be difficult with a sore in your mouth but keeping up with your daily oral hygiene routine […]
How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health
During pregnancy, it is essential that you don’t neglect your oral health. A fluctuation in hormones can cause drastic changes in your mouth. Oral health complications have been linked to increased risk in other significant overall health issues. Here are […]
I Chipped a Tooth! What Can I Do?
It usually starts pretty innocently. You’re biting into your favorite hard candy and suddenly you realize that there’s one little hard piece in your mouth you can’t seem to dissolve. You check it out and fear overcomes you when you […]