• posted: Jun. 25, 2020
• gum disease

Periodontal (gum) disease often involves more than gum inflammation. The real danger is what this bacterial infection may be doing to tissues beneath the gum line—including tooth roots and Read More

• posted: Jun. 20, 2020
• jaw pain

Eating is like breathing: We often do it without much thought. But if you suffer from chronic jaw pain, every bite can get your attention—and not in a good Read More

• posted: Jun. 15, 2020
• pediatric dentistry

You have a wonderful pediatric dentist who's great with kids. Their dental office is a children's wonderland with cheerful colors, toys and a staff that tries to make things Read More

• posted: Jun. 10, 2020
• pediatric dentistry

If you're a parent, raising kids can be a great adventure. It can also rev up your stress meter in a heartbeat. One area in particular can give you Read More

• posted: Jun. 05, 2020
• pediatric dentistry,  oral hygiene

As a parent, you strive to instill good habits in your children: looking both ways for traffic, doing chores or washing behind the ears. Be sure you also include Read More

• posted: May 31, 2020
• teeth grinding

We all need a good night's sleep, both in quantity and quality. That's why the Better Sleep Council promotes Better Sleep Month every May with helpful tips on making Read More

• posted: May 26, 2020
• oral cancer,  nutrition

Oral cancer is one of the more dangerous malignancies people face. But there are ways you can reduce your risk of this deadly disease through changes in lifestyle habits Read More

• posted: May 21, 2020
• oral hygiene

Millions of people wear some form of removable oral appliance. The range is pretty extensive, from orthodontic clear aligners and retainers to full or partial dentures. But while they Read More

• posted: May 16, 2020
• cosmetic dentistry,  smile makeover

The term “makeover” is a powerful word in today’s society. It’s used for a variety of things — hair, body, lawn — that need more than a different style, Read More

• posted: May 11, 2020
• oral health

The month of May blossoms annually with commencement ceremonies honoring students graduating from high schools, colleges and universities. For each graduate, the occasion represents a major milestone along their Read More

• posted: May 06, 2020
• oral health

If you know anything about dental disease, then you know bacteria ranks high on the Usual Suspects list. Tooth decay gets its start from acid produced by bacteria; periodontal Read More

• posted: May 01, 2020
• tooth decay,  sugar

You've heard it. Your parents heard it—maybe even your grandparents too. Dentists have been alerting people for more than half a century that high sugar consumption contributes to tooth Read More

• posted: Apr. 26, 2020
• tooth pain

Let's say you have a diseased tooth you think might be on its last leg. It might be possible to save it, perhaps with a significant investment of time Read More

• posted: Apr. 21, 2020
• tooth decay

Advanced tooth decay is a serious dental problem that can threaten an affected tooth's survival. But for decades now dentists have reliably used root canal treatment to better a Read More

• posted: Apr. 16, 2020
• pediatric dentistry

Regular dental visits are an important part of teeth and gum health at any age, including young children. But the clinical nature of a dental office can be intimidating Read More

• posted: Apr. 11, 2020
• gum disease,  periodontal disease

There are a variety of methods for treating periodontal (gum) disease depending on its severity — from routine office cleanings to periodontal surgery. But the goal behind all of Read More