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Topical Fluoride Offers a Protective Boost to Children at High Risk for Decay
posted: Oct. 08, 2019.
You're doing all the right things helping your child avoid tooth decay: daily brushing and flossing, regular dental visits and a low-sugar diet. But although occurrences are low, they're Read more -
Dental Implant FAQs
posted: Oct. 06, 2019.
If you’re faced with the choice of replacing a missing tooth or teeth, chances are your dentist will discuss dental implants with you. Dental implants are fast becoming the standard Read more -
Dentistry for the Faint of Heart
posted: Sep. 28, 2019.
Many people have a phobia about visiting the dentist. Are you one of them? Research suggests that millions of people have at least some dental anxiety and many are so Read more -
The Digital Revolution Is Transforming Implant Therapy
posted: Sep. 28, 2019.
Compared to other dental restorations—a few of which have been around for over a century—implants are a relatively recent development. But even though it's just now entering its fourth Read more -
October is National Dental Hygiene Month!
posted: Sep. 23, 2019.
Are you aware that your mouth can be an early indicator of serious health problems? Many people are not aware that their teeth and mouth can show signs of medical Read more -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Sep. 18, 2019.
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read more -
Teeth Are a Need & a Want!
posted: Sep. 14, 2019.
Lately, I’ve seen some commercials from dental insurance companies showing wallets trying to run away when they hear dentists telling their owners about needed dentistry. (If you haven’t seen it, Read more -
Despite Some Online Sources, Root Canals Don't Cause Disease
posted: Sep. 08, 2019.
The internet has transformed how we get information. Where you once needed to find an encyclopedia, telephone directory or library, you can now turn to your handy smartphone or Read more -
Why Monitor A Problem If You Don't Fix It?
posted: Sep. 06, 2019.
Have you seen the commercial about the dentist who’s only a “dental monitor”? In other words, he only finds the problem and tells you about it; he doesn’t fix it. Read more -
That Toothache Might Not Be From Your Tooth: The Problem of Referred Pain
posted: Aug. 29, 2019.
Pain is the body’s warning system: It tells us something is wrong. And depending on the location and intensity of the pain, it can give us vital clues about Read more -
Recommended Dental Treatment: Is Your Answer "No, Never" or "No, Not Now"?
posted: Aug. 24, 2019.
Just this week, I had a patient asking us to do “just a cleaning” (a preventive service) when he/she clearly needed treatment for his/her gums. We can’t prevent something that’s Read more -
A Stainless Steel Crown Could Extend the Life of a Primary Molar
posted: Aug. 19, 2019.
One of the key elements in a child’s development is their first set of teeth. Although primary (“baby”) teeth last only a few years, they’re critically important for enabling Read more -
What Can I Take For My Toothache?
posted: Aug. 19, 2019.
If you’ve had a toothache, you know they are miserable and often, very little helps make your toothache go away. Why is that? Tooth pain has many different causes. One cause Read more -
(Don't) Break It Like Beckham
posted: Aug. 09, 2019.
During his former career as a professional footballer (that's a soccer star to U.S. sports fans) David Beckham was known for his skill at “bending” a soccer ball. His Read more -
Scarce As Hen's Teeth!
posted: Aug. 04, 2019.
Scarce as hen’s teeth is a saying that means very rare. Birds don’t have teeth, instead stones in their gizzard cut food like our teeth do. But did you know we Read more -
Rejuvenate Your Look with Porcelain Veneers
posted: Jul. 31, 2019.
Get that beautiful Hollywood-esque smile with dental veneers. Want to give your smile and appearance a major makeover without having to undergo serious and invasive dental treatment? If so, you’ve Read more