General Dentistry

People who claim to have soft teeth are likely to go to the dentist more frequently due to tooth sensitivity, cavities, toothaches, and other issues no matter how diligent their oral health care is. Some individuals say that after having children, as they age, or go...

What is a mouth guard?  A mouth guard helps to protect your teeth, tongue, gums, lips, and cheeks from trauma that sports injuries may cause injuries. Think of a sports mouth guard like a helmet for your teeth that helps prevent serious injury.   Why do I need...

What are the Benefits of Flossing? How many times has your hygienist asked if you are flossing regularly, and you respond yes, even though you know you’ve only flossed twice in advance of this appointment? More than half of Americans don’t floss regularly and 20% don’t floss...

Many adults may be reluctant to choose in-office fluoride treatments for a variety of reasons. Cost, lack of information, miscommunication, it’s inconvenient, social media perception, or perceived need for treatment (I’m not a child, why do I need a fluoride treatment?) All play a part in...

Having a strong and healthy set of teeth is vital for your total health, yet most people do not recognize that diet affects oral health. While brushing, flossing, and dental checkups are essential for mouth care, the food you eat can have an effect on the strength of your teeth and their longevity. The...

Oral Care While Pregnant Despite 90 percent of women knowing that gum health while pregnant is important, only about 60 percent of women receive routine oral care while pregnant, according to a study conducted by BMC Oral Health.  For many women, knowing oral health is important while pregnant...

If you or someone you know grinds their teeth, read on to learn the causes and symptoms of bruxism, and how to prevent it.  Teeth Grinding Causes The main causes of teeth grinding are stress and anxiety. If you are stressed or anxious during the day, you are...

Your lips are just as susceptible to the sun’s rays as your skin. As a dentist, I frequently see patients with dry and flaky patches on their lower lips that do not quickly improve after treatment with lip balm or petroleum jelly. When these patches are...

Many patients have a fear of the unknown, coupled with dental anxiety or fear of the dentist. That’s why I always remind them that if something is painful, something is wrong. A lot of procedures are sedation extractions or have local numbing anesthetics, so patients shouldn’t...

Choosing a new dentist can be overwhelming. Whether you’re making the switch from a provider you weren’t happy with, relocating and in need of a new provider, or looking for someone to provide first-time care, there’s a lot to consider. Here are 5 tips for choosing your...