A patient who recently completed some implant dentistry and new crowns on several teeth made a statement that we hear often. She said she now smiles with her teeth showing, whereas before, she had taught herself to smile with her lips only. A smile is a major part of your… Read More…

I never cease to be amazed at the number of people I run into at this time of year who are shopping themselves nuts trying to find a special gift for that special someone who seems to “have everything.” Whether for a parent, spouse, or dear friend, some people tend… Read More…

Why do some people have a gap between their two front teeth? One reason for a Diastima (gap) is because the jaw bone do not match the size of an individual’s teeth or when some teeth are missing or too small. Another cause can be an overgrowth of gum tissue… Read More…

When children pretend, they enjoy time with friends and learn from ‘role play.’ For a few minutes, ‘pretend’ that you have the smile of your dreams. Perhaps your teeth are whiter, or straight and beautiful. Or, maybe you have all of your natural teeth again instead of a partial or… Read More…

Although the summer season is over, there are still people who will be crunching ice throughout the day. Why? Some people just enjoy the coolness ice chewing provides to their mouth and the satisfaction of a rigorous crunch. It is also suspected that an iron deficiency may create the urge…. Read More…

As we near the beginning of the holiday season, when socializing and group gatherings are at the year’s peak, rethink the money you’ll spend on that sparkly new dress or designer shoes. Research shows that the first thing people notice about others is their SMILE! If you truly want to… Read More…