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• posted: Mar. 12, 2016
• tooth staining

Stained teeth can be embarrassing — so much so you may even hesitate to smile. Before you seek out a whitening solution, though, there are a few things you Read More

• posted: Mar. 04, 2016
• cosmetic dentistry

Our main focus as your dentist is to keep your teeth and gums healthy and functional. But there’s another important aspect of care — your teeth’s appearance. It’s not Read More

• posted: Feb. 25, 2016
• oral hygiene

You may think an office cleaning is mainly cosmetic — giving your teeth that polished look and you that pleasant, “squeaky clean” feeling. But your dental hygienist is doing Read More

• posted: Feb. 17, 2016
• cosmetic dentistry

Before we discuss cosmetic options for transforming your smile, and before any preparations for treatment, there’s one question that needs to be answered: What do you want to be Read More

• posted: Feb. 09, 2016
• thumb sucking

It’s true — thumb sucking beyond age 4 can cause bite problems for permanent teeth. But prolonged thumb sucking is just one of a number of possible contributing factors Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2016
• oral hygiene,  oral health

Each part of the human body is an intricate wonder. Take your teeth, for example: they’re so woven into everyday life we don’t notice them, yet they each work Read More

• posted: Jan. 31, 2016
• porcelain veneers

One of the best restorative options for slightly deformed, misaligned or stained teeth is a porcelain veneer. Composed of thin, laminated layers of dental material, the veneer is bonded Read More

• posted: Jan. 16, 2016
• oral hygiene

Taking care of your teeth is a life-long endeavor. And like any other aspect of healthcare, it can be costly — from regular dental visits and cleanings to more Read More

• posted: Jan. 08, 2016
• root canal treatment

It’s absolutely critical to stop tooth decay and repair any damage to tooth structure. Hopefully, we’ve caught it early in the enamel and dentin where we’re able to repair Read More

• posted: Dec. 31, 2015
• gum disease,  periodontal disease,  periodontal surgery

There’s only one way to effectively halt the progressive damage of periodontal (gum) disease — completely remove the bacterial plaque and hardened deposits (calculus) from above and below the Read More

• posted: Dec. 23, 2015
• crown

Modern restorations for severely damaged or missing teeth are truly remarkable. Although the type of restoration may differ — dental implant, bridge, or veneer — the end result is Read More

• posted: Dec. 15, 2015
• dental implants

Implants are highly regarded by both dentists and patients for their versatility and durability. But it’s their life-like appearance that “seals the deal” as the restoration of choice — Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2015
• dry mouth

Saliva is a true workhorse among bodily fluids — it breaks down food for digestion, keeps harmful bacteria in check and neutralizes acid that is destructive to tooth surfaces. Read More

• posted: Dec. 06, 2015
• dental implants,  dentures

People who’ve lost all their teeth (a condition known as edentulism) face a decision on how to restore their lost function and appearance. And there are a number of Read More

• posted: Nov. 28, 2015
• gum disease,  periodontal disease

After a dental examination revealed you had periodontal (gum) disease, you began undergoing treatment. Now after several cleaning sessions, the infection has subsided and your gums have returned to Read More

• posted: Nov. 20, 2015
• crowns

While dental implants have become the most popular restoration among both dentists and patients, it’s primarily a tooth replacement — either for a missing tooth or a tooth beyond repair Read More