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Facts About Teeth Whitening

Cosmetic dentistry has gained immense popularity in recent years. More and more people are now asking their dentists about how they can enhance their smiles.A recent study done by RealSelf found that 40% of Americans want to improve their teeth with Invisalign, veneers, or whitening. With that in mind, there are still plenty of myths […]

The Truth About Your Missing Tooth

Some Benefits Of Fixing Missing Tooth IssuesWe know how embarrassing it can be to be missing a tooth. We also know how difficult it can be to visit your dentist after a long layoff from visiting. We are here to let you know that you don’t have to be embarrassed. We are here to help. […]

My Gums Bleed! What Does This Mean?

So, you see a little blood while you brush and floss and you think it’s nothing because it doesn’t hurt. Well, in reality, it is your body trying to tell you something. It’s a warning sign that your gums are inflamed. What is this “inflamed” business you ask? Well, inflammation is your body’s natural defense […]

The Negative Effects of Mouth Breathing

WE ALL KNOW WHAT it’s like to have a cold, with a nose so stuffy that you can’t breathe through it. At times like that, we breathe through our mouths instead, and that’s pretty much how it should work. Mouth-breathing is an emergency backup, not the default. There are many negative effects of mouth-breathing full-time, […]

5 Tips To Avoid Periodontal Disease

When the bacteria responsible for plaque and tooth decay build up underneath the gum line, they produce toxins that damage the connective tissues that keep teeth firmly in place. This is called periodontal disease, a serious condition that can lead to tooth loss. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to keep your gums […]

How Does Dental Health Affect Overall Health?

Many people make the mistake in considering dental health as a separate component from physical and even mental health. In actuality, each of these is highly interconnected and can set off a chain reaction for better or worse, depending on how well you take care of your body. It’s a much better paradigm to consider […]

Dental Anxiety

How Can I Overcome Dental Anxiety? The first and most important step in overcoming dental anxiety is to build a trusting relationship with a dentist. By communicating your fears, your dental team will be able to work with you to address and manage your specific concerns Dental Anxiety: Why Does It Happen & How We […]

Toothache Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

What is a toothache or tooth pain?Tooth pain, also known as a toothache, occurs when the nerves within or surrounding a tooth become inflamed or irritated, resulting in discomfort.   What are the symptoms of a toothache?Toothaches are often characterized by one or more of the following symptoms:*Pain resulting only when pressure is applied to […]

Zoom Whitening

Zoom is one of the best teeth whitening treatment that you can receive. When you visit our dental office for Zoom teeth whitening, you can be confident that your smile will be whitened by eight shades or more. This is the most dependable way to improve the appearance of your smile without undergoing major dental […]

Do I Have Sleep Apnea

What is sleep apnea?Sleep apnea is a condition that makes it difficult for your body to receive the oxygen you need to properly function. Without enough oxygen, you will feel drained and sluggish, but since the condition manifests itself at night, most people have no idea that they have it.How does sleep apnea impact a […]