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Floss First or Brush First? You Be the Judge
posted: Jul. 15, 2020.
Brushing and flossing are two of the best things you can do to fight dental disease and maintain healthy teeth and gums. Or is it flossing and brushing? What we Read more -
Use This Product to Check Your Brushing and Flossing Effectiveness
posted: Jul. 10, 2020.
So…you faithfully brush and floss your teeth every day. Kudos to you! Along with regular dental visits, daily hygiene is the best thing you can do to keep your Read more -
New Studies Show: Sealants Could Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 05, 2020.
Your child could hit a speed bump on their road to dental maturity—tooth decay. In fact, children are susceptible to an aggressive form of decay known as Early Childhood Read more -
How to Avoid 'White Spot' Decay While Wearing Braces
posted: Jun. 30, 2020.
Straightening your teeth with braces or other orthodontic gear is a positive step toward a healthier and more attractive smile. You'll likely be pleased with your smile when they're Read more -
Follow These 4 Tips for More Comfortable Eating With Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Jun. 25, 2020.
Eating is like breathing: We often do it without much thought. But if you suffer from chronic jaw pain, every bite can get your attention—and not in a good Read more -
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Jun. 20, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress Read more -
Exciting New Discovery Could Help in the Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance
posted: Jun. 15, 2020.
Like the rest of healthcare, antibiotics have transformed dentistry. Advanced oral infections that once eluded successful treatment are routinely stopped with the use of these “wonder drugs.” But their Read more -
4 Ways to Avoid Dental Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Jun. 10, 2020.
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy isn't always easy—and it's even more of a challenge if you're wearing orthodontic appliances like braces. That's why a fair percentage of patients Read more -
A Common Sense Approach to Managing Your Dental Care Costs
posted: Jun. 05, 2020.
It's a sad fact: Many people postpone needed dental treatment because of their finances. There's no doubt that treatments for many tooth and gum problems can be expensive. But Read more -
The Graduation Season is the Perfect Time to Review Dental Health
posted: May 31, 2020.
The month of May blossoms annually with commencement ceremonies honoring students graduating from high schools, colleges and universities. For each graduate, the occasion represents a major milestone along their Read more -
Practice Daily Hygiene to Avoid Gum Swelling While Wearing Braces
posted: May 26, 2020.
Straightening your smile doesn't happen overnight—it can involve months or even years of orthodontic treatment. And although the end result is well worth it, the long process can make Read more -
Are Lasers the Future for Treating Advanced Tooth Decay?
posted: May 21, 2020.
Advanced tooth decay is a serious dental problem that can threaten an affected tooth's survival. But for decades now dentists have reliably used root canal treatment to better a Read more -
Sedation Can Help a Child Receive Needed Dental Care Now and in the Future
posted: May 16, 2020.
You have a wonderful pediatric dentist who's great with kids. Their dental office is a children's wonderland with cheerful colors, toys and a staff that tries to make things Read more -
4 Things You Should Do - or Not Do - to Maintain Your Oral Appliance
posted: May 11, 2020.
Millions of people wear some form of removable oral appliance. The range is pretty extensive, from orthodontic clear aligners and retainers to full or partial dentures. But while they Read more -
Porcelain Veneers Could Change Your Smile and Your Life!
posted: May 06, 2020.
If you have a less than attractive smile due to some moderate imperfections, dental veneers may be the answer. This relatively inexpensive dental restoration may be the key to Read more -
Extracting a Tooth is a Routine Procedure
posted: May 01, 2020.
Dentists around the world routinely remove diseased or damaged teeth every day. While some extractions require surgery, many don't: Your family dentist can perform these simple extractions, usually with Read more