How Can I Avoid Gum Disease?
If you are interested in avoiding gum disease, then you’re on the right track toward optimal oral health and a top-notch smile. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to keep gum disease at bay, and it’s best to…
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The Fundamentals of Brushing Your Teeth
You should be brushing your teeth two times a day, for 2 minutes each time. This sounds easy–and it is, once you get the habit down–but it can be difficult for some people to develop the diligence to do it…
Anatomy and Development of Teeth
Teeth are one of the most enduring, toughest parts of the human body, and their evolution is truly incredible. Humans go through two sets of teeth in their lives, baby chompers and adult pearly whites. (And three sets if you…
Adapting to Wearing Dentures
To put it mildly, wearing dentures can be a bit of an adjustment for some people. A few patients have found dentures to be large and/or wobbly appliances, and getting used to them can be frustrating. To help you during…
How to Protect Your Smile When You Play an Instrument
If you’re a musician, whether you play the piano, tuba, or harmonica, music is your passion. As you play your favorite instrument, you don’t usually think about your smile. This can be dangerous and our dentist, Dr. [doctor_name], asks you…
New Dental Products
You know the rules: brush twice a day, and floss once daily. Those are absolutely essential. But what if we told you there was more you could do for your oral health? As dental science progresses, new products are constantly…
Watch Out for Gum Disease
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection affecting the gums and connective tissues. After plaque and tartar remain on teeth for too long, the bacteria in them slide under and along the gums, resulting in serious inflammation…
Advice about Dental Floss
A major part of your oral health care includes your everyday routines, including brushing and flossing. Even though flossing is a relatively easy skill, there are new products and techniques that continue to push the boundaries as dentists continually implement…
The Excitement of a Better Smile Awaits with Cosmetic Dentistry
Not every cosmetic dentistry procedure is fashioned to only improve the look of your smile. Some can greatly the function of teeth as well. The excitement of a better smile awaits with cosmetic dentistry. The key to understanding cosmetic dentistry…
5 Things to Consider When Choosing Toothpaste
Buying toothpaste doesn’t have to be a stressful or hassle. You just have to know what to look for and consider your unique oral health needs. Fluoride When choosing a kind of toothpaste, the most important thing to look for…