Posts Tagged ‘ dental health ’

What could be causing my bad breath?

Bad breath, or halitosis, is an embarrassing problem for millions of Americans. Finding the cause and eliminating the problem can be a challenge, though. Our Team knows that most causes do start in the mouth and can be treated. Causes of Bad Breath Here are some of the common causes of bad breath: Food: as […]

Sedation Dentistry can help you overcome Dental Anxiety

Not scheduling or cancelling your dental visit to our office because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, our team offer solutions that allow you to relax, without any pain. Our solutions can help with many different anxiety issues for both adults and children. Minor […]

Protect Your Teeth!

Do your body a great service and consider adding more of the following foods to your diet. Not only are they good for your body, but they are good for your teeth too. Vitamins: They are good for your skin, bones and teeth. Calcium: Found mostly in dairy products, calcium helps both your teeth and […]

Year-End Insurance Reminder

Our team would like to send you a friendly reminder to schedule your appointments prior to the end of the year to take full advantage of any flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits that you may have. The end of the year is always a busy time so make your appointment now so you […]

Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile

We are all well aware that smoking causes major problems for organs such as your lungs and heart, but what about your mouth? Smoking is a huge risk factor for many oral health issues such as: Oral Cancer- Smokers are up to 6 times more likely to develop oral cancers. Gum Disease- Smoking can suppress […]

Germs living on my toothbrush!

It’s true, there are several kinds of bacteria that can hide on the bristles of your toothbrush, including streptococci, staphylococci, Herpes Simplex I, and the Influenza virus. To protect your toothbrush from bacteria, we recommend to follow these three tips: -Wash your hands before and after brushing -Allow the brush to air dry after each […]

Summer break is an ideal time for wisdom teeth removal

School is about to be out, and your children are probably already planning a summer of fun. However, did you know  summer break is the ideal time for your children to have their wisdom teeth removed. Your teenager might not want to hear this, but summer is the ideal time to schedule their surgery. After a […]

TMJ Treatment: A Cooperative Approach

As with many dental health procedures, the treatment of TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders requires a cooperative approach between you (the patient) and me (the doctor).  Once we have diagnosed the condition and narrowed in on the problem, we have many different treatment options to explore together.   And luckily, most cases of TMJ do not require […]

Chomp! Fun Facts About Teeth!

As children, we are obsessed with our teeth.  Counting them, watching them fall out and grow back in.  Waiting for the tooth fairy’s surprise.  And as adults, we are still obsessed with them, but maybe in a different way (as in “why do they always hurt and why aren’t they white anymore?”)  So just for […]

What Good Oral Health Means When You Are Pregnant

If you are pregnant, you probably already know how important it is to take care of your body during this exciting time.  A good, nutritious diet, regular moderate exercise and adequate sleep help protect both your health and the health of your baby.  But what you may not already know is how important your oral […]