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Vaping & Oral Health

Vaping was originally invented as a way to help people quit smoking cigarettes, which are well-known to increase the risk of a number of serious health issues, such as heart disease and various cancers. Unfortunately, a [...]

December 20th, 2019|blog|

Types of Dental Bridges

Missing teeth are more than just unsightly. Gaps also increase your risk of developing issues with your gums and other dental problems. One way to literally bridge the gap in areas where teeth are missing is [...]

September 20th, 2019|blog|

Toothpaste 101

Chances are, you recognize how important toothpaste is for your hygiene. However, you might not give much thought to this significant product that you use more than once per day. With so many options on the [...]

June 12th, 2015|blog|

Tips for Choosing a Toothbrush

If you have ever stood in the toothbrush aisle at the store, you know that there are a lot of choices. Toothbrushes come in all different sizes, with various styles, angles, brush head shapes, bristles, and [...]

May 19th, 2015|blog|

Do I Really Need Mouthwash?

In the grand scheme of things, your dental routine probably doesn’t take too much time out of your day. If you are doing it right, you are brushing for two minutes at least twice a day, [...]

April 23rd, 2015|blog|

Tobacco & Oral Health

Tobacco usage is widely known to be dangerous. The World Health Organization states that one third of the adult population in the world uses tobacco in some form, and half of those individuals will die prematurely [...]

March 30th, 2015|blog|

What Do I Need To Know About Wisdom Teeth?

Wisdom teeth are the final set of molars. These molars erupt sometime during the late teens or early twenties. However, not all people will get wisdom teeth. Your dentist can tell if you have them through [...]

January 16th, 2015|blog|

The Importance of Dental X-Rays

If you have ever been to the dentist and needed to get x-rays, you might be wondering why the experience is so necessary. Even though the process of getting x-rays performed is rarely uncomfortable, it’s not [...]

November 19th, 2014|blog|

The Importance of Prevention for Dental Issues

Basic dental care is essential for the avoidance of cavities, infected gums, and other issues that can develop. Consistently following a good dental health routine, which should include proper oral hygiene, regular dental visits, and early [...]

October 15th, 2014|blog|

Regular Dental Visits: What To Expect

Most individuals understand that regular dental visits are important, but many do not know exactly what a regular visit entails, all of the benefits, and how it can help to prevent future problems. A dentist will [...]

September 16th, 2014|blog|

Invisalign vs. Traditional Braces

If your teeth are not straight, your dentist might suggest that you are a candidate for metal braces or Invisalign braces. Both of these methods are designed to straighten your teeth, correct overbites and underbites, and [...]

August 15th, 2014|blog|

Infant Teeth Development and Care

Although a baby’s first tooth pokes through in the first year of life, the development of your baby’s teeth actually starts in the womb. Teeth continue to grow and develop until all of the baby teeth [...]

July 14th, 2014|blog|

Dental Implants: Are They For You?

Have you lost a tooth or teeth due to an infection or injury? Dental implants are a great invention – they can make it look as though your tooth is still intact, and are less expensive [...]

June 16th, 2014|blog|

Choosing Home Oral Care Products

Your oral health is one of the most important things you can take care of to make sure that you stay healthy. While visiting the dentist regularly is a significant part of that, taking care of [...]

May 14th, 2014|blog|