We all like to be smart shoppers. And, we’re all aware that, in most cases, “you get what you pay for.” That’s as true in the dental office as it is in the appliance store. There is a misconception that Dental Implants are expensive. Quite frankly, once the patient understands… Read More…
Many of us are familiar with the phrase “a rose is a rose.” While the scent of a rose would be pleasant regardless of its name, this reminds us that comparisons aren’t always “apples to apples.” Roses can vary a great deal, just as crowns, bridges and other dental restorations…. Read More…
I’ve enjoyed over two decades of dental practice. During this time, I have been blessed with a wonderful staff and a fabulous patient family. In all these years, one of the most challenging hurdles I’ve seen for a number of patients who want a confident smile? It’s not treatment cost… Read More…
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…
It’s the first week of January. Drive by any fitness center and you’ll see a parking lot full of new and rededicated members. Trying to shed pounds through a treadmill takes an enormous amount of time and energy. Although we applaud those who want to tone and boost stamina, weight… Read More…
Pregnant women have a long list of things to tend to for the health of their baby. Eating a healthy diet, taking vitamins, avoiding certain foods and medications, getting proper exercise and having regular visits with their OB-GYN are ways to ensure a healthy baby. However, an often overlooked component… Read More…
Many people are often surprised by the wide range of medications that affect their oral health. Some of these can cause complications during oral surgeries like extractions or dental implant placement. For example, people who take Coumadin, a commonly prescribed blood thinner, may experience more bleeding during these procedures. Certain… Read More…
Today, Dental Implants have become so fine-tuned that they hold one of the highest success rates of all in-bone implant types – nearly 97%. One of the reasons that modern Dental Implants are such a wise investment is that they are designed to last for a lifetime. However, as with… Read More…
It’s Murphy’s Law — the worst things seem to happen at the worst times. While there is never a good time to lose a crown (also referred to as a ‘cap’), disasters tend to happen at the worst times, like the morning you’re leaving on vacation or the night before… Read More…
