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  • Root Canal Procedure

    posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

    Five words no one welcomes: “You need a root canal.” But if you are delaying treatment because you are worried about pain and an uncomfortable day in the dentist’s chair, Read more
  • April is National Facial Protection Month

    posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

    The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read more
  • Heading Off to College? Maybe It’s Time to Graduate to an Electric Toothbrush!

    posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

    Your trusty manual toothbrush has been with you from pre-school through high school—well, obviously not the same manual toothbrush, because that would be seriously unhygienic—but it’s the kind of toothbrush Read more
  • Headaches: The Dental Connection

    posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

    Many people suffer through headaches for years without getting to the root cause of their problem. If you find yourself constantly popping painkillers to get through the day, it might Read more
  • St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!

    posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

    “St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read more
  • March is National Nutrition Month!

    posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

    While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more
  • Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!

    posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

    A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read more
  • Aging and Oral Health

    posted: Feb. 20, 2024.

    As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of Read more
  • The Start of Valentine’s Day

    posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

    Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
  • Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity

    posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

    If a sip of ice water, spoonful of ice cream, or piping hot latte is enough to send shivers up your spine from tooth sensitivity, be assured you are not Read more
  • Tooth Sensitivity

    posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

    Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read more
  • What is gingivitis, and how can I treat it?

    posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

    Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it Read more
  • Are you at risk for sleep apnea?

    posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

    If you are one of the more than 12 million North Americans who suffers from sleep apnea, the doctor and our team want you to know we can help. Sleep Read more
  • Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How

    posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

    Parents are usually expert at taking care of their children’s injuries. You know how to disinfect a cut, soothe a bump on the head, and apply a bandage faster than Read more
  • Make this the Year You Stop Smoking

    posted: Jan. 02, 2024.

    It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
  • Five (Easy-to-Keep!) Dental Resolutions for the New Year

    posted: Dec. 26, 2023.

    It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like Read more