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An Eating Disorder May Show Itself in The Mouth
posted: Apr. 27, 2021.
Although dental care is our primary focus, we dentists are also on the lookout for other health problems that may manifest in the mouth. That's why we're sometimes the Read more -
See Your Dentist if You're Experiencing One of These 3 Oral Problems
posted: Feb. 06, 2021.
If your dental health isn't in the best of shape, a survey conducted by the American Dental Association (ADA) says the cause is likely one of three common oral Read more -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Dec. 08, 2020.
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read more -
4 Dental Health Areas That Deserve Attention Before Getting Back to School
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.
The final quarter of the 2019-2020 academic year was like no other in modern history. Because of COVID-19, U.S. schools and colleges lay dormant as millions of students carried Read more -
Take Steps to Treat Chronic Mouth Breathing as Early as Possible
posted: Mar. 23, 2020.
Many things can affect your child’s future dental health: oral hygiene, diet, or habits like thumb sucking or teeth grinding. But there’s one you might not have considered: how Read more -
Chronic Mouth Breathing Could Create Conditions for a Poor Bite
posted: Dec. 04, 2019.
Breathing: You hardly notice it unless you're consciously focused on it—or something's stopping it! So, take a few seconds and pay attention to your breathing. Then ask yourself this question—are Read more -
Celebrate World Smile Day With More Attractive Teeth
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.
The smiley face: It’s been around forever. Except it hasn’t—someone created it. No, not Forrest Gump (but good guess!), but graphic artist Harvey Ball in 1963 to help boost Read more -
Here's What You Can Do to Avoid Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.
Here's an alarming statistic: Nearly half of adults over 30—and 70% over 65—are affected by periodontal (gum) disease. It's sobering because if not caught and treated early, gum disease Read more -
This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
posted: Jun. 17, 2019.
There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent Read more -
What You Should do About This Bizarre Drug Side Effect
posted: Apr. 08, 2019.
Drugs play an indispensable role in treating disease. For example, life without antibiotics would be much more precarious—common infections we think nothing of now would suddenly become life-threatening. But even Read more -
Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
posted: Mar. 09, 2019.
Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” Read more -
3 Reasons for Blood Pressure Checks During Dental Visits
posted: Jun. 12, 2018.
You may have been surprised by a new addition to your regular dental appointment routine—we took your blood pressure at the start. While you might expect this at a Read more -
It's Spring Cleaning Time...for Your Teeth!
posted: Mar. 29, 2018.
The arrival of spring often serves as inspiration to clean house and create an environment that’s bright and fresh. Here at the dental office, we can do the same Read more -
Back-to-School Is an Excellent Time for a Dental Checkup
posted: Aug. 30, 2017.
A new school year is right around the corner. Here's something to add to your back-to-school list: Schedule a dental visit for your child. There are several good reasons Read more -
A Pediatric Dentist Could be a Great Choice for Your Child's Dental Care
posted: May 09, 2017.
When it's time for your child to visit the dentist (we recommend around their first birthday), you may want them to see your family dentist. But you might also Read more -
Keep Your Baby's Fluoride Intake within Moderate Limits
posted: Nov. 24, 2016.
Like many other families, you may use formula instead of breast milk as a safe and healthy alternative to feed your infant. But, if you use a powdered form Read more