Straightening Smiles for a Sizzling Summer

Summer is in full swing, and so is the perfect opportunity to invest in a straighter, more confident smile. July is a great month to explore orthodontic options for yourself or your child. With increased flexibility and time for adjustment, this season offers the perfect setting for starting your smile... Read more »

Unpacking Oral Surgery Myths

Oral surgery can sound intimidating — but much of that fear is rooted in outdated or incorrect information. This July, we’re unpacking some of the most common oral surgery myths to help you feel more informed, more confident, and more prepared when surgery is necessary for your dental health. Myth... Read more »

The Scary Truth About Gum Disease — And How to Prevent It

What Is Gum Disease? Gum disease (also called periodontal disease) refers to a group of inflammatory disorders that affect the gums and structures that support the teeth. It starts with gingivitis, a mild, reversible inflammation of the gums, and, if not treated properly, can progress into periodontitis, a serious condition... Read more »

Is It Time for You To Consider Getting Dentures To Complete Your Beautiful Smile?

Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and partial dentures, and... Read more »

The Difference Between Full and Partial Dentures

Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and partial dentures, and... Read more »

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month & Dental Hygiene Month

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... Read more »

Dental Implant Placement Basics as a Step-by-Step Process

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... Read more »

Enamel-Friendly Foods for Your Teeth

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.... Read more »

How Routine Dental Checkups Help Your Smile in the Long Run

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... Read more »

Soft Food For Braces: Hominy Recipe

It’s not hard to find good food that can be eaten with braces if you look around. But to help you find the right stuff and keep from eating the kinds of food that might damage your dental work, we’re blogging about soft food recipes that are braces safe. In... Read more »