Category: Preventive Dentistry

Safeguard Your Smile: Mouthguards

Have you given much thought to what might go wrong if you participate in sports? Perhaps you are already well aware what might happen because your child received a hard blow to his or her smile with an elbow or a softball. Whether you, your significant other, or your little ones are involved in athletics… Read more »

What To Expect From Dental Sealants

Has the idea of saying, “yes” to dental sealants for your child crossed your mind? Has this fleeting thought left just as quickly as it arrived because you’re not quite sure what to make of sealants or what you can expect from them over the course of several years? Fortunately, we can say with confidence that… Read more »

How Do I Stop Grinding My Teeth?

If you grind your teeth you are not alone. In fact, you are one of over ten million people in the United Sates who experience bruxism, or the chronic grinding/clenching of the teeth and jaw. Are you wondering, “How do I stop grinding my teeth?” Fortunately, there are treatment options available to help patients who… Read more »

Do You Have Trouble Sleeping?

Do you have trouble sleeping? Do you often feel exhausted during the day? Over ten million people in the United States suffer from a disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. There are a wide range of symptoms and health complications related to OSA. Fortunately, treatment is possible.

Tips For Even Better Preventive Care

Even if you have a general understanding of what it takes to keep your smile clean and healthy, you may be missing out on some important details that can enhance your daily and long-term habits. For instance, are you sure about whether you’re brushing your best? Are you making the most of your preventive care… Read more »

Purchasing Powerful Preventive Products

You probably ask yourself questions on a regular basis about the products you choose for just about every aspect of your life. When it comes to protecting your teeth and gums with preventive care, you may feel at a loss regarding which products to purchase – you may even wonder whether it makes a difference… Read more »

Why Do I Have a Toothache?

“Why do I have a toothache?” At some point, you’ve probably wondered this when you’ve experienced the dull ache or serious discomfort of a toothache. What causes our teeth to ache? What steps can we take to either treat the issue or prevent them from occurring at all? Many people are surprised to find just… Read more »

Quiz: What can I Do to Avoid Toothaches?

No one enjoys an aching tooth. In fact, people regularly ask our staff, “What can I do to avoid toothaches?” There are actually several simple steps you can take to help avoid aching teeth, improving the health and beauty of your smile in the process.

FAQs: How Do You Avoid Tooth Decay?

The Centers for Disease Control recently released a study that shows over 25% of adults have an untreated cavity and up to 91% have been treated for one in the past. Despite the prevalence of tooth decay, you can still take steps to prevent the onset of a cavity. How do you avoid tooth decay?… Read more »

FAQs: Does My Family Need Fluoride Supplements?

Tooth decay affects millions of people in the United States, from children to adults. However, there are steps you can take to improve the health of your smile. In addition, we can offer fluoride to strengthen your teeth’s natural defenses against cavities. Does your family need fluoride supplements?