Periodontal Disease Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection of the gum and bone tissue surrounding your teeth and is the primary cause of tooth loss next to fractures and decay. Gum disease is a chronic infection with different levels of severity and like most other chronic…
Most of the time, men don’t pay as much attention to their health needs as women, including their teeth and gums. For example, men only brush their teeth 1.9 times day, and the average male will lose over 5 teeth by age 72. Studies have linked oral health to living…
It’s amazing how fast time flies by! As 2016 comes to a close, so will your dental benefits! Our goal with every one of our patients is to help you enjoy and maintain great oral health. The benefits of strong teeth and healthy gums is priceless. Not only will you…
Dentistry can be a lot more than just removing pain or restoring broken teeth, cosmetic dentistry can be an effective tool in helping you achieve a more dramatic youthful look in as short 1 or 2 appointments without the pain or costs of plastic surgery. As we age our teeth lose…
As dental material technology has evolved over the years, so have dental crowns. There are 3 main generations that date as far back as 1900’s and started with the first of its kind, the all-porcelain “jacket” crowns. This crown although aesthetic, was prone to fractures and leakage and didn’t last very long….
In our daily lives, we all experience stress and anxiety. Work, family, and hectic schedules can create a great deal of pressure. Most people have heard about the impact this tension can have on your body, including insomnia, ulcers, and panic attacks. Did you know that stress also impacts your…
Undiagnosed sleep apnea is a hidden health crisis costing Americans over 100 billion dollars according to the Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and while this is a medical condition often diagnosed by your physician, your local dentist can prescribe and develop the oral appliance required to treat it. The most…
A new study at University of Georgia of over 15,000 people with multiple dental fillings has concluded that mercury based amalgam fillings commonly referred to as silver fillings, can lead to increased mercury levels in the blood. Mercury, a heavy metal known to be toxic at high levels, can cause…
People do many things to take care of their teeth and gums. Regular brushing, frequent flossing, and dental checkups help keep your smile at its best. Sometimes, we forget that the foods and beverages we consume also impact our dental health. The following choices recommended by dentists can help by…
A new systemic clinical review from the American Dental Association and American Academy of of Pediatric Dentistry have reaffirmed that Sealants are a very effective treatment in prevention of decay in children or adults. Dental sealants are a thin and tooth colored resin material that fill in and adhere to naturally occurring deep grooves…
