If you’ve seen (or experienced) children visiting the dentist, you may have seen very upset and unhappy children. So when it comes to your own child, you may be wondering how long you can delay the inevitable first dentist visit. When it comes to especially young children without all their teeth, it can seem unnecessary […]
What Is The Best Toothbrush?
A lot of my patients ask me which is the best toothbrush, or which toothbrush they should use. This last year I discovered what I believe to be the best toothbrush, toothpaste, and mouth rinse, but this short note will only touch on the toothbrush (more to come with the toothpaste and mouth rinse). Hard […]
3 Signs You Are On The Path To Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is a problem that afflicts as many as half of all Americans. It is definitely an issue we encounter daily in our dental office. We always strive to catch the first signs of the disease and counsel our patients accordingly. Here are 3 things we watch for: 1. Gums that bleed after flossing. […]
4 Phases of Periodontal Therapy
According to a 2012 report from the Center for Disease Control, one out of every two Americans over 30 has some form of periodontal disease. As we age, the prevalence rate increases to 70 percent. If periodontal disease affects half of the country, it’s time we do something about it. Our office offers an array […]
Flossing: Highly Recommended Since 1819
Flossing should be part of your daily preventative care routine. Simply put, if you want great teeth, reach for the floss! But have you ever wondered how it came to be? Read on and find out. ORIGINS OF DENTAL FLOSS While there is a wealth of scientific data to back it up, many believe that […]
Why Your Bridge or Implant Sometimes Needs Replacing
Dental bridges are implants are both functional and aesthetic solutions for replacing missing teeth. But if your bridge or implant is damaged, broken, loose or doesn’t fit properly anymore, you might need a replacement. DENTAL BRIDGE REPLACEMENT First let’s talk about bridges. Dental bridges are fill missing teeth gaps by placing two or more crowns […]
