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Summertime Beverages to Avoid for Healthy Teeth and Gums

Lemonade

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 worst beverages for your teeth. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of warm-weather beverages […]

What Exactly is a Family Dentist?

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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 other professionals who use the term “general dentistry” to […]

The Many Uses of Dental Implants

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 implant consists of a metal rod that is inserted into the jawbone […]

What Is a Dental Emergency?

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 an emergency. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of conditions that most dentists would […]

How to Maintain Healthy Teeth and Gums with Springtime Allergies

spring allergy

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 beautiful, but for many people it’s also […]

Who Can Benefit from Dental Bonding?

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 applied by your dentist and can be molded to […]

Why Tooth Sensitivity Gets Worse in Cold Weather

tooth sensitivity

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, believe it or not, your teeth actually expand and contract when exposed […]

How OTC and Prescription Drugs Affect Oral Health

otc medicine

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 a list of common oral health issues caused by OTC and prescription […]

Oral Health Resolutions for the New Year

new year resolution

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, making a promise to yourself that you’ll do your best to […]

The Perfect Holiday Gift: A New Smile!

christmas smile

This is the time of year when so many of us are rushing around, trying to find the perfect holiday gifts for all the friends and family on our shopping lists. But this can also be a great time of year to buy yourself a gift, and what better gift could you ask for than […]