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Coronavirus Safety Protocols
We want to reassure you that we continue to make every effort to ensure the safety of our patients and staff. Our dental office always has been – and will continue to be – one of the safest places to be. Our team members strictly adhere to, and exceed the standards for, infection control by…
Read MoreDental Care and Coronavirus
While it seems the Coronavirus has caught us all off guard there are certain steps at home you can take to make sure your hygiene stays up to standard while you are at home It is best to stick to a regular daily schedule which involves brushing and flossing twice a day preferably before bed…
Read MoreKeep Waking Up With Headaches?
Do you often wake up with headaches, pain behind your eyes, or stiffness in your neck and shoulders? These symptoms might be more than just a poor night’s sleep; they could be signs of TMJ disorder (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder), a condition caused by misalignment in the jaw. When your jaw joints (the TMJs) aren’t functioning…
Read MoreShould You Worry if Your Kids Are Grinding Their Teeth?
It’s estimated that up to 30% of kids age 4-10 develop bruxism, a condition commonly known as teeth grinding. But how can you tell if your little ones are grinding? Listen closely while they sleep; you’ll be able to hear a soft grinding noise. Or take note when your kids complain of jaw pain or…
Read MoreThem Bones, Them Bones…
Calcium is essential for more than just strong bones and teeth; it’s a foundational mineral that supports your entire body’s health. You’ve probably heard that before, but the question is: are you getting enough? Calcium plays a key role in maintaining healthy teeth and preventing conditions like osteoporosis. In fact, 99% of the calcium in…
Read MoreChipped Teeth Choices
If you have a chipped tooth, you’re not alone! In fact, chipped teeth are the most common dental injury today. But don’t let that little-known fact fool you into ignoring a chipped tooth; any type of dental trauma deserves immediate attention. A small chip may not cause you pain, but there could be damage underneath…
Read MoreWhat Is Cementum?
Cementum is a hard, calcified tissue that covers the root of a tooth and plays a vital role in supporting dental structure. Its main function is to help anchor the periodontal ligament, the connective tissue that secures the tooth to the surrounding bone. Cementum forms gradually over a person’s lifetime and is produced by specialized…
Read MorePrevention: Let It Shine
While lasers were at one time just material for science fiction writers, they’ve become a common part of our everyday life. They zap through your groceries, they open garage doors … and now they can detect wear and tear on your tooth’s surface before it becomes a cavity. Is it caries [cavity]? Or is it…
Read MoreRegular Dental Check-ups
One of the most common reasons that people avoid the dentist is that they think that everything is ok. Their logic is simple; no pain means no problems. Unfortunately, most dental conditions including cavities, gum disease and oral cancer give little or no warning, because they may remain painless for months or even many years.…
Read MoreTough Brushing Tortures Teeth
Most dentists don’t go a day without seeing patients who are damaging their teeth and gums by brushing too hard. Some report that as many as two out of three patients brush their teeth too hard. This is a problem. A stiff-bristled toothbrush combined with overzealous brushing teeth can cause serious dental problems over time,…
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