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8 Good Toothbrushing Habits

2024-01-18T18:54:11+00:00

Did you know that your smile is one of the first things other people notice about you? Healthy, beautiful teeth are essential to making a good first impression. And while there are many ways to achieve a healthy, beautiful smile, it’s important to start with the basics of oral health care–brushing your teeth. Your toothbrushing [...]

8 Good Toothbrushing Habits2024-01-18T18:54:11+00:00

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

2024-01-18T18:54:19+00:00

Spring is the season of renewal! Trees are blooming, birds are singing, and…we’re reminding you about the dangers of oral cancer. We know it doesn’t really fit with spring’s eternal feeling of hope and optimism, but April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and early detection is a beautiful thing. The Prevalence of Oral Cancer The [...]

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month2024-01-18T18:54:19+00:00

Dental Assistant Recognition Week

2024-01-18T18:54:35+00:00

Dental Assistants Recognition Week™ (also known as DARW) is held the first full week in March (this year, it's March 6-12), and we want to take this opportunity to give our hard-working dental assistants the recognition they deserve! Our dental assistants are crucial to the success of our practice. They perform multiple functions, and we [...]

Dental Assistant Recognition Week2024-01-18T18:54:35+00:00

Why Do I Have White Spots on My Teeth?

2024-01-18T18:54:41+00:00

Everyone wants white teeth, but not so much when that color appears in spots or blotches. Technically known as white lesions, white spots can develop on your teeth due a range of factors from diet to ingesting fluoride as a child. Common causes include: Fluorosis – Though fluoride is essential for strengthening teeth and preventing [...]

Why Do I Have White Spots on My Teeth?2024-01-18T18:54:41+00:00

10 Dental New Year’s Resolutions

2024-01-18T18:54:48+00:00

‘Tis the season for reflection and resolutions. Of course, you can improve your oral hygiene any time of year, but there’s something about looking ahead that makes it seem not only possible but probable. Here are our top 10 Dental Resolutions – take any or all of them into 2022! 1. Floss Regularly We know [...]

10 Dental New Year’s Resolutions2024-01-18T18:54:48+00:00

5 Tips to Protect Your Teeth During the Holidays

2024-01-18T18:54:56+00:00

There’s nothing like an unexpected trip to the dentist to derail the most wonderful time of the year. To ensure your teeth stay healthy through the holidays and beyond, follow these tips: 1. Teeth aren’t present-openers or nutcrackers This sounds like a no-brainer, but when an impatient child hands you a toy double sealed in [...]

5 Tips to Protect Your Teeth During the Holidays2024-01-18T18:54:56+00:00

5 Things to Know Before Choosing Your Invisalign Provider

2024-01-18T18:55:02+00:00

Once you’ve decided to use Invisalign® to improve your smile, the next step is to select the right provider. When choosing any healthcare provider, it’s essential to do your research and not simply go with the first name Google serves up. There are over 40,000 Invisalign providers in the US, so it’s important to weigh [...]

5 Things to Know Before Choosing Your Invisalign Provider2024-01-18T18:55:02+00:00

Implants vs. Dentures: Which is Right for You?

2024-01-18T18:55:17+00:00

If you’re dealing with tooth loss, you’re not alone. The American College of Prosthodontists estimates that 178 million Americans are affected by this serious problem. We understand the significant role a healthy smile plays in self-confidence and the far reaching-impact tooth loss can have on a patient’s quality of life. We know there are many [...]

Implants vs. Dentures: Which is Right for You?2024-01-18T18:55:17+00:00

How Do Teeth Become Stained?

2024-01-18T18:55:23+00:00

There’s no shortage of teeth whitening solutions. From in-office lasers to at-home whitening kits and snap-on veneers, there have never been more ways to achieve a white smile! But, before you order a custom kit or hit up the drugstore for whitening strips, there’s more you should know about teeth discoloration. Not all stains are [...]

How Do Teeth Become Stained?2024-01-18T18:55:23+00:00

The Best & Worst Summer Drinks for Your Teeth

2024-01-18T18:55:29+00:00

It’s summertime, and we’ve traded winter coats and hot cocoa for breezy linens and refreshing umbrella drinks. Unfortunately, though you might be counting down the days until your “Out of Office” is on and your feet are in the sand, because the culprits behind tooth decay and enamel damage never take a vacation. We don’t [...]

The Best & Worst Summer Drinks for Your Teeth2024-01-18T18:55:29+00:00