Oral Cancer

  As your dental office, it is our responsibility to be more than just your tooth doctor — we also want to contribute to your total body health.   That’s why we do a full oral cancer screening at every checkup. This quick and easy exam can catch oral cancer before it starts! Early detection,…

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Mouthguards: Built to Protect and Preserve

active lifestyle calls for active safety. And while helmets, goggles and knee pads have become standard equipment to protect our bodies, it’s important to remember to protect your teeth as well. Mouthguards offer an easy, reliable method to cushion your teeth during athletic and recreational activity. Participating in any physical activity involves a risk of…

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Extra Cavity Protection for Kids

Many parents assume that cavities are just part of growing up, but that doesn’t have to be the case. With a combination of a healthy diet, good brushing and flossing habits, and regular dental checkups, cavities are largely preventable. And for even more protection, dental sealants are a smart choice. Studies have shown that sealants…

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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…

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5 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…

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Childs First Visit to the Dentist

Unless a problem is suspected, we would like to see your child after his/her primary teeth erupt into the mouth [24-36 months]. The most important goals of this first visit are to introduce your child to the office surroundings and to develop a trust in the dentist and our staff. We view this visit as…

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Xylitol: The Tooth Friendly Sweetener

Xylitol is a white, crystalline substance that looks and tastes like sugar, but with a major advantage: it can help prevent tooth decay. Naturally occurring in foods like birch bark, raspberries, plums, corn, and mushrooms, xylitol is classified as a sugar alcohol, not a true sugar. It’s sometimes referred to as wood sugar or birch…

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Smart Snacks for Healthy Teeth

  Getting your kids to eat fruit, veggies and yogurt instead of candy, chips and ice cream might feel like pulling teeth. But it’s important to encourage them to eat “smart” snacks to keep their teeth – and body – healthy. Whether you’re transitioning your older kids to a healthier, balanced diet or just getting…

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Top 10 Reasons To Have Your Teeth Cleaned Regularly

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Top 10 Reasons To Have Your Teeth Cleaned Regularly 1. Brighten Your Smile – Have stains removed. Your hygienist can remove stains caused by coffee, tea, sodas, and tobacco which can give you a bright, white smile! 2. Detect Dental Problems Early – Pay less! In many cases if dental problems are detected early, it…

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