Do you suffer with frequent headaches or migraines? Frequent headaches affect nearly 50 million Americans. And while many sufferers search for a solution, many fail to connect the dots between these headaches and their dental anatomy. Amazingly, the position of how our upper and lower teeth meet is a typical… Read More…
School is resuming for our children. Along with a new school year, many adolescents and teens begin a new season of participation in sports. As a parent, I’m all for involvement that reinforces team interaction and active play. As a dentist, I hold my breath. Year after year, I see… Read More…
Sadly, a large percentage of American adults have a level of dental fear that prevents them from having a healthy smile as well as a smile they love. People who feel good about their smile tend to smile more often. This boosts one’s mood, projects a more positive, upbeat person… Read More…
When a patient comes in because of a tooth ache, it’s most likely due to a cavity. However, in a number of cases, we find that other reasons are creating an ache that is not always INSIDE the tooth. It’s not unusual for the first sign of gingivitis to be… Read More…
A girlfriend recently shared her secret to a facelift alternative. “I noticed that when I smile, it pulls sagging areas up. So, I try to remember to keep a smile on my face!” Liz is right, but there are far more benefits to that smile of hers than a more… Read More…
Have you ever noticed someone with a great smile and thought about how it made YOU feel? Something about a terrific smile seems to leave a lasting impression. While it’s obvious that a healthy, appealing smile can make one more attractive, a great smile goes far beyond an advantage to… Read More…
People often first come to know us by hearing of our advanced technology and offering advanced treatments such as dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. However, the foundation of our practice is general dentistry, or what some refer to as ‘family dentistry.’ The way most think about general dentistry… Read More…
Imagine a two-lane bridge that extends over water. Let’s say a boat comes along and destroys one of the pillars supporting the bridge. You may assume, “So? There are plenty of remaining pillars.” The loss of one, at first, may not seem to create risk. Yet, over time, the weight… Read More…
When you think of the ‘mileage’ you get from your smile, it’s one of the best investments you can make. Yet, one of the top reasons people don’t have the beautiful, confident smile they want is due to the level of treatment fees. Let’s first consider the benefits you receive… Read More…
Maintaining a clean, healthy mouth should be a top priority for American adults. Yet, it is often taken lightly until something hurts. To illustrate the domino effect of bacteria buildup in the mouth, follow its typical path below: • Failure to brush and floss on a regular basis allows bacteria… Read More…
