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Nov
15

The Connection Between Stress and Oral Health

As the holidays draw near, you may find yourself more stressed than ever. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner, preparing for Christmas travel plans, or (slowly) checking off your gift list, it feels like there’s always something that needs to be…

Oct
31

Tips for Enjoying Holiday Treats Without Tooth Trouble

Halloween kicks off a long stretch of non-stop treats. From trick-or-treating candy and Thanksgiving pie to Christmas cookies and everything in between, it’s hard to avoid the sweet side of the holidays. Fortunately, you can indulge in the treats without…

Oct
16

Signs You Might Need a Root Canal

A root canal is a dental procedure you’ve probably heard of but may not know what it is. A root canal — also called endodontic therapy — treats an infection in the tooth pulp, the innermost layer of your teeth.…

Sep
25

Why Dental X-Rays Are Important for Preventative Care

Dental X-rays play an important role in your preventative care plan for your teeth and gums. These internal images allow your dentist to examine your jawbone, nerves, sinuses, teeth roots, and other areas that they can’t see during a regular…

Sep
11

How to Create a Dental Health Routine That Works for Your Whole Family

As your family adjusts to your back-to-school routine, you may be adapting to earlier mornings, afternoon sports practice, and nightly homework. As you’re making these changes together, why not overhaul your oral hygiene habits too? In today’s blog post, let’s…

Aug
21

What Is Periodontal Therapy?

You know that brushing and flossing help to keep your teeth healthy, but did you know your gums play an important role in your oral health too? They can even impact the health of your entire body. Fortunately, if problems…

Aug
05

What To Do for a Toothache

Chances are, you’ll experience a toothache at some point in your life. A toothache is simply pain in or around a tooth. It may be caused by decay or a damaged filling. It may be a fractured or abscessed tooth.…

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…