Did you know that there are low-contact sports that can still harm your smile? Well, it’s true! There are many sports and hobbies in the world today that can severely alter your oral health if you let them. Some of those sports and hobbies are: Bicycling Whether you are a BMX racer or a mountain biker, it’s best to protect... read more »

Many people experience anxiety when they visit a dental office. The thought of sitting in a dental chair may make them nervous, or even afraid. They may become even become nervous days before their appointment. Some people will avoid going to the dentist unless there is no other option. Are you one of these people? At our dental office, we... read more »

Unless you have health problems, having health teeth is a breeze if you are taking the time to brush and floss every single day. The ADA (American Dental Association) advocates brushing at least twice each day and flossing at least once a day to prevent tooth decay. Your toothbrush effectively removes plaque and food debris from the tops and sides... read more »

Wearing a mouth guard during sports can greatly reduce the risk of injury to the lips, tongue, and soft tissues of the mouth. A mouth guard can also help the wearer avoid chipped or broken teeth or tooth loss. Mouth guards are especially important during contact sports like football and soccer. However, even those who play noncontact sports like gymnastics... read more »

A toothache or a pain in the gums, or jaw is usually a serious warning sign that something has gone wrong or is about to go wrong in your mouth. This is especially disconcerting if there isn’t a known source of injury that caused the pain. If you have a toothache you should contact us immediately. We can give you... read more »

The New Year is upon us, bringing with it promises of resolutions and goals to complete before the year ends. This year, why not complete your goal of achieving a flawless smile you always wanted with dental veneers? Dental veneers are the perfect way to receive a flawless smile. Dental veneers are very small, thin, custom-made shells that are placed... read more »

This holiday season, you will be spending more time socializing than you normally do. Be prepared for the seasonal get-togethers by making sure your smile is it's best yet! Step up your daily tooth brushing and flossing routine to help with all the extra rich foods they will be processing for you. You can also consider whitening to brighten your... read more »

Do you ever find yourself facing bad breath? Do you ever wonder how you can keep bad breath at bay? Do you ever worry because you find yourself facing bad breath frequently? Today, we’ll happily discuss these issues. The most important thing you can do is practice good oral health. This includes brushing and flossing at home. Bad breath is... read more »

Have you ever had a canker sore? If you have, you know how annoying they can be. Typically—despite canker sores being fairly small—they can be quite painful. Unlike cold sores, canker sores always appear inside of the mouth, either on your lips, your tongue, or the side of your mouth and are not contagious. Sadly, no one knows exactly what... read more »

More people are now striving to achieve a whiter and straighter smile. For many, this quest has lead them to Invisalign®. With modern advances in dental technology, achieving a perfect smile no longer requires years of metal braces, cuts on your mouth, and even tares on your tongue. Now with Invisalign, you can receive your straight smile with very little... read more »