Beyond Brushing: The Hidden Heart Connection in Your Mouth

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As we dive into February, the month of love and American Heart Month, it’s fitting to explore the intricate connection between your oral health and the wellness of your heart. While it is tempting to compartmentalize different aspects of your health, emerging research continues to underscore the interaction between seemingly... Read more »

Do You Know How Diabetes Can Affect Your Smile?

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This November (National Diabetes Month), we are looking at how diabetes impacts your oral health. It's essential to recognize the interconnectedness of your overall health with your dental health in general and explore how making healthy choices can significantly benefit both areas of your health and well-being. The Diabetes-Oral Health... Read more »

Unlocking the Secrets of a Healthy Smile: National Dental Hygiene Month

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October traditionally starts the fall holiday season by indulging in Halloween treats, but it is also National Dental Hygiene Month! This timely reminder spotlights the unique role dental hygienists play in helping patients maintain better oral health and the importance of practicing consistent daily dental care. Skilled dental hygienists meticulously... Read more »

This American Diabetes Month, We Have Some Tips To Protect Your Teeth and Gums! 

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November isn’t just Thanksgiving: It’s also National Diabetes Month. This disease affects around 37 million Americans, including adults and young people. Oral health is closely linked to health issues, including diabetes, and vice versa. Along with your primary care doctor and other specialists, your health care team should also include... Read more »

Thanking You and Your Families This Season

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Thanksgiving will soon be here, and once again, we will be reminiscing about all the things we are grateful for. For our dental team, that means letting our patients know how thankful we are to get to care for you and your loved ones' smiles all year round! We work... Read more »

September Is National Gum Care Month. Do You Know How To Protect Your Gums for a Healthier Smile?

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September is National Gum Care Month, and it is a big deal for your oral health. Good oral health is the foundation to a healthy-looking, self-confident appearance when it comes to your smile. By ensuring healthy teeth and gums – because when it comes to tooth loss, it is not... Read more »

What Happens to Your Health and Smile When Putting Off Your Biannual Dental Cleanings and Exams?

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Because of the pandemic (and occasionally dental anxiety just from going to the dentist), patients may find themselves tempted to skip a dental appointment or two, especially if they are not currently having any acute dental problems. But skipping those routine dental cleanings can also put one's oral health and... Read more »

Healthy Dental Tips For the Spooky Season!

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Halloween is lurking around the corner, but so is the coronavirus, making traditional Halloween parties trickier. This year, big parties and parades, creepy haunted houses, and gathering in crowds to trick-or-treat are off the table for many, or at the very least, downsized and held outdoors while social distancing. While... Read more »

National Gum Disease Awareness Month: How You Can Keep Your Gums Vibrant and Healthy!

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In honor of February's Gum Disease Awareness Month – a global public awareness campaign for preventing gum disease – our practice wants to help spread the word about this insidious disease. That's because it can destroy your smile if it is left untreated. Fortunately, you can take action to help... Read more »

Safeguard Your Mouth This Winter by Limiting Cavity-Causing Sugar, Eating Healthy and Wearing an Athletic Guard

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Winter is here and if you are exposed to the harsher weather, you could find yourself experiencing more cold and canker sores, chapped lips and dry mouth from the colder, drier conditions of the season. The good news is, there are steps you can take to protect your mouth, teeth,... Read more »

How Do Dental Checkups Impact Your Oral Health?

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We learn at a young age that brushing and flossing are vital to keeping your smile healthy. We need to continue these daily habits in our ongoing quest to maintain healthy smiles for strong teeth and gums. Seeing your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and checkups at least twice a... Read more »

A Dental Crown Can Beautifully Restore Your Tooth

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If you have recently learned that you have a badly broken, damaged, or infected tooth, our dentist may recommend having a dental crown placed. A crown or tooth-shaped "cap" is a fixed prosthetic cemented onto a tooth to restore its appearance, form and function as well as strengthen the tooth.... Read more »

Spring Into Summer With a Confident Smile

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Spring has sprung, and summer is almost here! The sun shouldn't be the only thing shining bright this season. Your smile is a great feature to show off to friends, family, coworkers, social media, a date and everyone else! Need help to show off your smile confidently? Our team can... Read more »

The Scoop on Cavities and How to Prevent Them

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Although we are turning back the clock for daylight savings, you can't turn back time on your teeth. Studies have shown that one in five Americans has untreated cavities, which is decay that has damaged a tooth's hard, outer enamel layer and created small holes. Cavities can arise in people... Read more »

Start off the New Year With a Whiter Smile!

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Have you been waiting for the right time to get teeth whitening treatment? There’s no better time than the New Year! In 2019, you are setting all kinds of new goals, and one goal you can shoot for is a whiter and brighter smile. Teeth whitening lightens teeth, helping remove... Read more »

Enamel-Friendly Foods for Your Teeth

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When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body.... Read more »