“You just gave me a shot?!”- We really do give pain free shots. Something a patient of mine asked me last week prompted me to write this post about how we give really good shots at our office. You may not think that’s possible based on your dental experience, but I assure you it is. […]
4 Pains In The Mouth That Could Indicate A Dental Problem
Many of patients don’t think about their teeth much until they are hurting, and by that point a serious dental issue may have developed. Regular check-ups with our dental experts can help you avoid this predicament. But if pain does strike, here are four of the most common types of dental pain we see and […]
At What Age Should My Child First See A Dentist?
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 […]
