Many baby boomers can recall seeing their parents’ or grandparents’ teeth soaking in a glass at night. Years ago, there was an assumption that, with old age, came tooth loss. We now know that’s not the case. Adults in all age groups lose teeth due to accidents, gum disease or… Read More…
When most people think of a “holiday mad-dash,” it has to do with the shopping/baking/decorating frenzy that is associated with the time period between Thanksgiving and Christmas. However, as a dentist, our office sees this in the form of people scurrying to take advantage of unused insurance coverages or Health… Read More…
Let’s face it. Most adults have a fear of something. Some have a fear of snakes, or heights, or flying. Some people are afraid of closed-in spaces and others have a fear of dogs. I’ve known people who are terrified of water and others who shudder at the sight of… Read More…
When long-time denture wearers tell me about trying to eat, speak or laugh, they often use terms like “wobbly,” “rocking around in my mouth,” and “slippery.” Some even tell me they take their denture OUT in order to eat. In this day and age, dentistry offers far better options than… Read More…
My entire team and I take much pride in providing our patients an office where all their dental needs are met, for every age or need. To support this, we have incorporated advanced technology and stay on the cutting edge of the latest techniques and materials. Yet, if we were… Read More…
I caught myself in front of the microwave oven the other day, tapping my foot impatiently as I watch the seconds count down. It occurred to me that waiting one minute for water to heat seems like a long time, even though it hasn’t been all that long since I… Read More…
Having a clean, healthy mouth is a good way to have fresh breath, avoid cavities and prevent periodontal (gum) disease. But, did you know that the health of your mouth can affect your health in other parts of your body? Over the years, numerous studies and much research has been… Read More…
