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Though many people hate visiting the dentist, the truth is, appointments are never as bad as you think! Remember that dentists are there to help you and check on your dental health, and improve or correct anything that may need extra work. Find a dentist you’re comfortable around who will walk you ...

Visiting the dentist is never the first thing on anyone’s to-do list, but no matter how much you try to avoid it, scheduling a regular dental cleaning twice a year is essential to your oral health. Though some may not think that teeth cleaning does much more than your regular daily toothbrush, ...

Practicing good dental care is an excellent way to protect your teeth, prevent cavities, and maintain overall good health. But sometimes brushing and flossing are not enough - especially for those hard-to-reach areas in the back of your month. If left alone, tooth decay can develop and undo the ...

Do you love that fresh feeling after you get your teeth cleaned at the dentist? It’s easier to maintain that just-out-of-the-dentist feeling that you might think, but it will take some work on your part.Achieving and maintaining healthy teeth involves taking the proactive steps to care for them to ...

It should be no surprise that your smile is the first thing people notice about you, and if your teeth are discolored or stained it often is a direct reflection of your overall appearance. If you are not confident with your smile, it can be hard to smile on a regular basis. Luckily, the team at ...

The holidays will be here before you know it and along with it comes the busiest time of the year for many. With friends and family coming and going, planning, preparation, shopping, wrapping presents, holiday concerts at school and parties it’s easy to feel a little extra stress this time of year. ...

A good first impression is everything these days. A smile is one of the first things a person sees when they meet someone. A good smile can act as your introduction. Have confidence in your smile! A bright, white smile can really boost a person’s self-esteem. If you are not 100-percent confident in ...

By now we all know that investing your time to visit your dentist two times a year is not only recommended but essential for your oral health but did you know that your dentist checks for a multitude of issues you might not even think about, such as an Oral Cancer screening? In fact, Oral Cancer ...

A lot of people don’t give a second thought to the health of their gums until it’s too late. Gum disease can take time to develop and oftentimes do not have any symptoms so it’s important to be aware of symptoms. When it comes to normal or healthy gums, the color can vary but typically healthy gums ...

Brushing your teeth may seem like a simple thing you need to keep up with each day, but did you know that slacking on your oral hygiene can lead to more serious problems? Studies have shown, many health issues can be linked to poor dental hygiene such as diabetes, pneumonia, heart conditions, ...

Yoko Ono once said, “Smile in the mirror.  Do that every morning, and you’ll start to see a big difference in your life.”  Like Yoko Ono, we couldn’t agree more.  That said, we have met many people in our practice, usually due to dental aesthetic issues, that are not comfortable with smiling.  The ...

Whether you’re eight or 80-years old, your oral health is important. It’s recommended that you see a dentist twice a year, however, sometimes problems pop up between visits. Below you’ll find a few instances you should visit the dentist, even if you do get regular checkups. You Have Pain: Pain or ...

It should come as no surprise that we live in a culture that heavily focuses on physical appearance. While some aspects of this philosophy may sometimes be seen as obsessive or vain, others are far more practical. Being concerned about the condition of your skin, for example, is a great way to ...

Most people think that simply brushing your teeth in the morning and at night will guarantee them clean teeth. But brushing alone won’t ensure the best dental health, so it’s important to keep a few other things in mind when thinking about your teeth. Use Proper Brushing Technique Quickly running ...