What Are Mouthguards?
September 19, 2017
There are two categories of mouthguards with two different purposes that you can get from your dentist. Mouthguards for sports are intended to prevent injury. Mouthguards worn while sleeping are intended to prevent problems associated with teeth grinding or other bite problems.
Choosing Among the Different Types of Dental Practices
September 4, 2017
Most patients, especially those in suburban areas near cities, have two choices for the types of dental practices they can go to. There are classic privately-owned practices, which are small businesses where the supervising dentist is also the owner.
If You Have Insurance, Your Cleanings Are Free!
August 18, 2017
We know many dental patients find the ins & outs of dental insurance confusing, but if you have dental insurance the most important thing for you to know is that you get two free cleanings per year!
The Purpose of a Dental Post
June 16, 2017
Just like a post you place when building a fence, a dental post is intended to keep something stable and in place—in this case, a tooth.
Teeth Cleanings Are About More Than Clean Teeth!
April 30, 2017
When most of a us think of a teeth cleaning appointment, we think of polishing & maybe a little scraping. But the truth is that teeth cleaning appointments are about so much more than clean, shiny teeth!
How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Oral Health
April 7, 2017
Among the many changes that women experience in their bodies when they become pregnant, changes to their oral health may be among the most surprising and perplexing.
Not Everyone Loses All Their Baby Teeth (Milk Teeth)!
March 31, 2017
While most people finish losing their primary teeth (also called baby teeth or milk teeth) by age 12, there are some adults who still have at least one baby tooth!
3 Ways to Re-Shape Your Smile Without Braces
March 24, 2017
When people think of a smile makeover, many people think of braces. And it's true that braces can create a very powerful before and after image. However, not every smile makeover involves braces.