October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »

If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »

When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »

When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

To make sure your smile stays protected against the risk of tooth decay, dental erosion, and any other forms of damage, make sure you understand tooth hazard risks in your life that could cause these forms of damage. Often, a failure to appropriately clean out your mouth can lead to microscopic damage. Furthermore, exercise caution with day-to-day activities and chores... read more »

As interesting as they are, your dental X-rays aren't done for Instagram. They are only for your dentist to determine the health of your teeth from the inside. Being able to take a look at the internal workings of the tooth, gum and jawbone is a necessary and valuable task for a dentist. The most common type of dental X-ray... read more »

We are pleased to offer dental veneers as a cosmetic dental option to help you beautify your smile. Many patients prefer these dental restorations, and even celebrities use them to achieve smiles that are always camera-ready. Below we review the benefits of dental veneers to to help you know how these restorations can improve your smile. Dental veneers are thin... read more »

If you want a top-notch oral health, fluoride can help you. Fluoride is a natural mineral that can be found in toothpaste, mouthwash, tap water, and professional fluoride treatments. It’s best to expose your teeth to fluoride regularly. This is because fluoride can greatly benefit your smile. In fact, it can: -Strengthen your smile: Fluoride soaks into the tooth enamel... read more »

With everything you want to accomplish in 2018, it’s easy to make grandiose resolutions--which then, of course, get forgotten by about March. But if one of your resolutions is to have a better smile in 2018, we can help! Dividing your goal into smaller pieces is a good start. Here are some simple things you can do to give your... read more »

Dental bonding has a variety of uses when it comes to repairing problem areas in your smile. This composite resin is a dental-grade plastic ideal for solving some of your smile issues.The perks of dental bonding include its versatility and ease of use. It isn't highly invasive either. Let's take a look at some of its applications: 1- After an... read more »