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Jul
24

Tips for At-Home Teeth Whitening

One of the most common questions we hear from our patients is, “How can I whiten my teeth at home?” Tooth discoloration is common from both aging and food and drinks. Fortunately, you have a lot of choices for removing…

Jul
11

Coping with Dental Anxiety

We all know that biannual visits to the dentist play an important role in our oral health, and yet, many of us avoid these appointments due to dental anxiety. If you fall into this category, you’re not alone: As much…

Jun
24

The Best Vitamins for Healthy Teeth and Gums

To take care of your teeth and gums, you know it’s important to brush and floss your teeth. Did you know what you eat plays a crucial role in your oral health too? By understanding what vitamins strengthen your teeth…

Jun
12

Five Tips for Your Summertime Dental Care Routine

Chances are, your daily routine changes in the summer, whether you’re sleeping in and staying up later or spending time on vacation. You may notice changes in your dental care routine too. Perhaps you’re eating more ice cream or drinking…

May
30

Tips for Senior Dental Care

Patients often wonder if there are specific tips for senior dental care. After all, as you age, your teeth and gums may begin to suffer from everyday wear and tear. You might also notice new issues popping up, like dry…

May
13

Do You Have a Tooth Infection?

It can be tricky to know why a tooth is bothering you. Is it a cavity? Was it caused by trauma to your mouth or jaw? Or is it a tooth infection? In today’s blog post, we’re going to take…

Apr
24

How Cigarettes Affect Your Teeth

It’s not surprising that cigarettes affect your teeth. After all, smoking exposes you to both tobacco and nicotine, which can result in stained, yellow teeth and/or bad breath. It can also lower your immune system, put you at risk for…

Apr
11

What You Need to Know About Oral Cancer

Did you know that April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month?  It is estimated that over 58,000 new cases of oral cancer will be diagnosed this year, with 11 in every 100,000 people being affected. Of those patients, 37 percent will…

Mar
29

Six Tips to Help You Achieve a Healthy Mouth

Let’s be honest: Oral health and dental care can feel complicated and cumbersome. Sometimes, you do everything right, and you still face problems, like cavities and bleeding gums.  For today’s blog post, we want to break it down into six…

Mar
13

Causes and Treatment for Tooth Decay

Do you brush and floss but still struggle with tooth decay? Don’t worry — you’re not alone! Tooth decay can be caused by a combination of issues, including host resistance, the food you eat, out-of-balance microbes, and mouth breathing. To…