April is National Facial Protection Month
Although children ages 7-11 who play sports are most susceptible to injury, the American Dental Association (ADA) notes "any athlete is 60 percent more likely to have an injury if…
Screening for Oral Cancer
Screening for oral cancer is an integral part of every dental check-up. Like any other cancer screening, it may save your life. According to the American Dental Association, it's estimated…
The Bad, the Good and the Ugly of Oral Health
The Bad
It’s a fact – eating sugar leads to tooth decay. When plaque, a sticky bacteria laden substance interacts with sugar acids it destroys the surface of your teeth. Avoiding sugar is one way to keep teeth and gums healthy. Here are some foods that can help. Keep these foods in your diet and at your next check up your hygienist will say, “Whatever you’re doing, keep doing it.”
The Good
Root Canal – No Longer a Big Deal
If you are scheduled to have a root canal but are worried about the pain you don’t have to be. Root canals have a negative reputation but they’ve come a…
Your Smile is Your Defining Feature
If you’re uncomfortable with your smile, cover your mouth when you smile or, even worse, not smile at all then feel bad about not smiling, you’re missing the party called…
Why You Want to See Your Dentist for Botox
When you hear the word Botox, chances are you think of a cosmetic treatment to smooth out wrinkles. That’s a common use for this drug. Its dental applications are less…