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Tips for Breaking Bad Oral Habits
Did you know that a lot of little things you do (or don’t do) on a day-to-day basis affect your teeth’s well-being and may fall under a list of bad oral habits? These include not brushing or flossing enough, eating too many sweets too often, or even using your teeth to open a bag of…
Read MoreWhat to Do During a Dental Emergency
A dental emergency is always a stressful situation, but it can become absolutely nerve-racking when your dentist is out of the office. Whether it’s late Saturday night and your dentist won’t be back in until Monday, or if your dentist is out of the country on 2-week vacation, a dental emergency can be difficult to…
Read More5 Clues Your Child Is not Brushing
1. The toothbrush is dry. It’s tough to keep the toothbrush dry if you’re actually brushing! Make sure to check your child’s toothbrush every day (and night ) – before it has time to dry. 2. You can still see food particles. After your child has brushed, ask for a smile. If you can still see…
Read MoreMaking Dental Visits Easy for Kids
With your help, dental visits can be a positive – even fun – experience for your kids. Our staff will spend a lot of time with your kids to help them feel comfortable and understand what they can expect. You can help us make their next visit a successful one by working with us to…
Read MoreNitrous Oxide: A Quick Fix for Dental Fear
Sometimes it’s not enough to have a great dentist, caring dental staff and soothing office environment – you or your children may still feel anxious about dental visits. That’s why many dentists use nitrous oxide; it helps calm patients of all ages – from timid tykes to anxious adults. Nitrous oxide (also known as “laughing…
Read MoreCan Teenagers Get Gum Disease?
Gum disease may seem like a condition that only affects adults, but the reality is that it can develop at any age, including the teenage years. In fact, according to TeenHealth.com, nearly 60% of 15-year-olds show signs of gingivitis, the early and reversible stage of gum disease. Other studies suggest that teenage girls may be…
Read MorePut Your Dental Fears to Rest!
Do you feel uneasy about going to the dentist? If so, there are ways to calm those nerves so you can get through your dental appointment with ease. Using sedatives and pain relievers, along with local anesthetics if appropriate, we can put you into an extremely relaxed state, while leaving you awake and able to…
Read MoreRed Gums Raise a Red Flag!
On your last visit, you may have noticed we paid special attention to your gums. That’s because recent studies have shown a link between oral health and overall health, so keeping your gum tissue healthy is one of our top concerns. You can do your part by keeping a close eye on your gums between…
Read MoreTired Of Having Worn Teeth?
How we perceive our smile and appearance affects our self-esteem, our moods and how we function in social and business relationships. Common conditions that impact negatively on your smile include broken, cracked or worn teeth, discolored teeth, missing teeth, crooked teeth, decayed teeth, gaps between your teeth and/or “gummy smiles.” Each patient and each specific…
Read MoreHere, Use My Toothbrush…
Ever use someone else’s toothbrush? You may think twice about doing it again after reading this: • Toothbrushes can be a source of repeated dental infections. • Toothbrushes can cause a bacteremia (bacteria entering the bloodstream) that may result in an endocarditis (a heart infection). • Toothbrushes can harbor and transmit viruses and bacteria. • Toothbrushes can retain 50%…
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