It’s common knowledge that what we eat will affect our health. However, our eating habits impact our teeth as well. A healthy diet helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease. If your body is nutrient deficient, your mouth is more susceptible to infections, which may lead to periodontal disease. Here are some tips on choosingRead more
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It’s hard to believe that we’re fast approaching the last quarter of the year. We will be celebrating the holidays before we know it. As the year ends, it’s important to review the insurance benefits you have remaining and put together a plan to maximize them. As most of you already know, if you don’tRead more
Improving your teeth will not only impact your smile, but it will positively affect your daily life. A great smile can help in the following ways: Self-confidence – No need to cover your smile with your hands because we’ll give you the smile you’ve always wanted. Social life – Your teeth will be the envyRead more
Dentistry changes rapidly and I love learning about the latest techniques to take care of my patients. This month I attended a continuing education course sponsored by the Academy of General Dentistry. It got me thinking about how many ways dentistry can improve a person’s life Yellow teeth – As the adage says, the firstRead more
Everyone wants a beautiful smile, right? A great smile lights up your face, makes you appear younger and has many other desirable effects on your appearance. However, what people may not be aware of is that a healthy and electrifying smile can benefit you in other areas of your life as well. My team andRead more
Sometimes I’m asked, “What’s your favorite thing about being a dentist?” Although there are many great things I enjoy in my practice and profession, there is one thing that provides the most joy and satisfaction. There is nothing better than changing the life of a patient who is no longer embarrassed or ashamed of hisRead more
I’ve had the pleasure of caring for a lot of our patients over many years. It’s always a compliment to my staff and me when you refer a family member, co-worker or friend to our office. Positive word-of-mouth is the best advertising I could hope for. The world has changed quite a bit since IRead more
Your teeth are meant to last an entire lifetime, and it’s my job to help you make choices that will keep them as healthy as possible. Years ago, injured or diseased teeth were usually pulled, but today dentists are skilled at root canal treatments that can often save a tooth. Just hearing the words “rootRead more
Each year in February we observe National Children’s Health Month. This year’s slogan is “Choose Tap Water for a Sparkling Smile.” Regardless of what you may have heard, your child gets more health benefits from tap water than from bottled water. In many municipalities, fluoride is added to the water source to provide benefits toRead more
At our office, we understand that a trip to the dentist is a nerve-wracking experience for some. My team and I are sensitive to your feelings, and will do everything possible to provide comfort and calm. Sometimes all that is needed to keep your dental anxiety at bay is a gentle hand and a warmRead more