Oral pH: A Delicate Balance
YOU MIGHT REMEMBER a little bit about pH from a science class you took years ago in…
Dental Care For Baby Teeth
THE SMILE OF a happy child is one of the best things in the world. Unfortunately, dental caries (tooth decay) is the most common…
Dental X-Rays: It’s Time For Your Close-Up
IF WE ASKED you to list three things that happen in a typical dental exam, dental X-rays would probably be one of…
Canker Sores: Causes And Treatment
HAVE YOU EVER TRIED to enjoy one of your favorite foods, but that angry, swollen lump on your gums or…
The Effects Of Pregnancy On Oral Health
YOU CAN ALWAYS expect your body to go through a lot of big changes when you’re expecting, but did you know that some of those changes are…
Straight Teeth: Not Just About Looks
THE MOST OBVIOUS impact of orthodontic treatment is a straighter, more attractive smile. While it is true that we tend to perceive people with…
Root Canal Myths: Busted
HAVE YOU EVER HEARD someone begin a sentence “I’d rather have a root canal than…”? The negative portrayal of root canal treatment in our…
Kissing And Cavities
WE HOPE ALL OF our patients are excited for Valentine’s Day! We also hope the topic we’re about to discuss won’t spoil the romantic mood, but…
Relief For A Burned Mouth
HAVE YOU EVER SAT down to a plate of lasagna from your favorite Italian place and immediately taken a huge bite without waiting for…
Sleep Apnea And Dental Health
OVER 18 MILLION ADULTS in the US alone, as well as up to 20 percent of habitually snoring children, have sleep…