If you’re expecting a child, you probably already know many of the dos and don’ts when it comes to taking care of your unborn child. You’re no doubt aware that you should avoid smoking or using alcohol and/or drugs while you’re carrying your child. … [Read more...]
Summertime Beverages to Avoid for Healthy Teeth and Gums
For many people, the hot summer weather brings to mind sitting in the shade, enjoying a cool summertime beverage. That’s a pleasant experience that we should all be able to enjoy. But, unfortunately, some of our favorite summertime drinks are the … [Read more...]
What Exactly is a Family Dentist?
If you’re in the market for a new dentist, you have no doubt seen some who advertise themselves as a “family dentist.” If you think that term is just a marketing ploy, you should know that there actually is a difference between a family dentist and … [Read more...]
The Many Uses of Dental Implants
Of all the recent advancements in dental technology, perhaps nothing has had so much of an impact on oral health care overall as dental implants. Getting a dental implant is a lengthy process, but one that provides many advantages for the patient. An … [Read more...]
What Is a Dental Emergency?
It’s an unfortunate fact of life – emergencies happen, and typically at the worst time and when we least expect them. That’s why many dentists offer “emergency services” to their patients. But it may not be entirely obvious what actually constitutes … [Read more...]
How to Maintain Healthy Teeth and Gums with Springtime Allergies
Spring is here, a season that many people consider to be the most beautiful of all. And it’s no wonder why, since this is the time of year when so many plants come out of their winter dormancy and begin to bud out and blossom. Spring may be … [Read more...]
Who Can Benefit from Dental Bonding?
If you’ve never heard of dental bonding, we have some good news: it’s one of the easiest ways to greatly improve the appearance of your smile in no time at all! The material used in the bonding process is actually a dental resin. This resin is … [Read more...]
Why Tooth Sensitivity Gets Worse in Cold Weather
Have you ever noticed that your teeth seem to be more sensitive in the winter and wondered if you were just imagining it? As it turns out, you’re not! People with sensitive teeth really do notice more discomfort in colder weather. That’s because, … [Read more...]
How OTC and Prescription Drugs Affect Oral Health
If you take prescribed drugs, you may already know that they can affect your oral health. But you may not know that over-the-counter drugs, and even vitamins and herbal supplements, can also impact the health of your teeth and gums. What follows are … [Read more...]
Oral Health Resolutions for the New Year
If you’re planning on making some positive changes in your life over the coming year, resolving to accomplish those goals on or around the first of the year is a great starting point. While it’s true that not every resolution will become a reality, … [Read more...]
