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Tooth Decay: Causes & How to Prevent It | 04/24/23

One of the most common dental problems our patients encounter is tooth decay. Tooth decay is a process that can start small but eventually cause big problems if left untreated.…

The Medical & Social Benefits of Smiling | 03/23/23

There are many benefits associated with smiling. Not only can it help to improve our social interactions, but it can also have medical benefits that impact our overall health and…

Cavity Prevention: A Comprehensive Guide | 02/23/23

With so much access to sugary and acidic foods and new devices like vaping, there are countless obstacles to cavity prevention in the modern world. That’s why it’s important to…

White Tongue Causes & Cures | 12/26/22

Do you have a lingering coating of white gunk on your tongue? And with brushing and mouthwash, does it come back every time? While there are many different causes of…

Natural Teeth Whitening: Fact & Fiction | 10/21/22

A white smile is something everyone strives for. And when it comes to teeth whitening, there’s everything from sage advice to old wives’ tales. It’s not surprising then, that there…

How Often Should You Visit the Dentist’s Office? | 08/22/22

Maintaining pristine oral hygiene—and a smile bright enough to light up a room—is hard work. Even if you brush your teeth and floss twice daily, plaque and tartar can still…

3 More Bad Oral Habits That Are Damaging Your Teeth | 07/22/22

You floss and brush twice daily and you make sure to use an antiseptic mouthwash. You may even rinse your mouth out with warm salt water after every meal. You…

Fruits & Vegetables That Are Good for Your Teeth | 06/17/22

The official start of summer is just around the corner but already we’re starting to reap the benefits of the warmer weather. Cherries, gooseberries, strawberries, and rhubarb. Asparagus, radishes, turnips,…

What is Tongue Scraping and Does it Work? | 05/13/22

Twice every day, we give our teeth and gums the oral equivalent of a spa treatment. We begin by flossing as if we were giving our gums acupuncture. Then we…

Getting the Whiter Smile You Deserve with Gum Contouring | 04/12/22

Everybody wants that perfect, pearly white 32-teeth smile. For some people, getting that winning grin is as simple as brushing their teeth and flossing twice daily. For others, it means…