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2 Kinds of Orthodontic Retainers That Can Protect Your New Smile
posted: Jul. 14, 2020.
While retainers are often viewed as a nuisance, they’re crucial to protect the gains made with bite correction. Without them, all of the progress achieved through braces or clear Read more -
Dental Implants--What You Need To Know
posted: Jul. 10, 2020.
A completely restored dental implant consists of three parts: The implant, which is a small titanium post placed in your jawbone The abutment, which attaches to the implant after healing time and Read more -
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Jul. 04, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress Read more -
Canker Sores! Ouch!
posted: Jun. 26, 2020.
Canker sores (also called apthous ulcers) usually occur inside your mouth and make eating and talking uncomfortable. Their root cause is unknown, but we do know several factors that can Read more -
Miley Cyrus's Little Secret: Straightening Her Smile With Lingual Braces
posted: Jun. 24, 2020.
Miley Cyrus's rise to fame began when she was cast in the Disney series Hannah Montana. She played the title character, Hannah Montana, a famous singing star hiding her Read more -
Autism Spectrum Disorders and Dental Care
posted: Jun. 21, 2020.
Autism Spectrum Disorder covers a wide range of disorders, but the people who have them still need dental care. Various tendencies associated with autism spectrum disorder may complicate dental visits. Read more -
Preventing Gum Disease
posted: Jun. 19, 2020.
Keeping your gums healthy doesn’t have to be difficult. When was the last time you considered the health of your gums? Most people really don’t think twice about whether their gums Read more -
How to Help Your Child Beat the Odds for Getting a Tooth Injury
posted: Jun. 14, 2020.
Half of all children will injure at least one tooth before adulthood. That's why we're joining with other health professionals this June to promote National Safety Month. As dentists, Read more -
Jaw Bone: If You Don't Use It, You Lose It!
posted: Jun. 12, 2020.
Your teeth are held in your jaw by the bone that surrounds them. When you have teeth, your normal functioning (chewing etc.) stimulates the bone around your teeth, telling it Read more -
Your Dental Insurance
posted: Jun. 06, 2020.
At least once a week I hear the phrase “I only want what my insurance covers.” While I can certainly understand the desire to use the dental insurance that you Read more -
Instill These Habits in Your Child for a Lifetime of Great Dental Health
posted: Jun. 04, 2020.
As a parent, you strive to instill good habits in your children: looking both ways for traffic, doing chores or washing behind the ears. Be sure you also include Read more -
Should You Whiten Your Teeth?
posted: May 31, 2020.
May 31st is National Smile Day. People smile more when they like how their smile looks. We get many questions from people wanting whiter, brighter teeth. Is it just vanity Read more -
Sedation Can Help a Child Receive Needed Dental Care Now and in the Future
posted: May 25, 2020.
You have a wonderful pediatric dentist who's great with kids. Their dental office is a children's wonderland with cheerful colors, toys and a staff that tries to make things Read more -
Choosing a Toothbrush & How To Best Use It
posted: May 22, 2020.
If you take a trip down the oral health aisle, you’re faced with a dizzying array of toothbrush choices. How do you choose which one is right for you? Soft bristles Read more -
Oral Piercing: Fashion Statement or Recipe for Disaster?
posted: May 16, 2020.
May 16th is listed as "Piercing Day" so it seemed apt to post about oral piercings today. Because so many celebrities have oral piercings, it may seem like a safe or Read more -
Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
posted: May 15, 2020.
When die-hard music fans hear that their favorite performer is canceling a gig, it’s a big disappointment—especially if the excuse seems less than earth-shaking. Recently, British pop sensation Dua Read more