If you smoke, the last thing you probably want to hear is a lecture on why you should quit. Chances are, you know a number of reasons why. We understand that smoking is addictive and not easy to quit. As a matter of fact, it’s very difficult. The Centers For… Read More…

We all want to eat a healthy diet. But, we all indulge occasionally. This is not a bad thing, but some of these indulgences can put you at a higher risk for time and treatment costs to repair the damage they can do to your smile. Consumables that have a… Read More…

For over 15 years, energy drinks have grown in popularity, giving consumers an added boost in their day. While a quick and easy pick-me-up sounds appealing, these drinks could have unpleasant results when it comes to your smile. Previous research findings have attempted to caution consumers on how the pH… Read More…

Wine lovers may be pleased to learn that the United States now ranks as the leading consumer of wine. While France has seen wine consumption fall by 17% over the past decade,  the U.S. has had a 20% increase. Many Americans have begun enjoying a glass of wine as an… Read More…

As the weather warms, those fun-in-the-sun activities make us thirsty. With summer comes a barrage of TV commercials showing hot, thirsty people downing sodas to quench their thirst. As a dentist, I know how detrimental this is to your smile. Before you load a cooler full of soft drinks, there… Read More…

Dental implants are one of the most successful of all implant-in-bone procedures, over 94%. One of the keys to the success of your implants is in choosing an experienced Doctor. A successful outcome begins with the Doctor in proper diagnosis, selecting the right type of implant, and precision placement. However,… Read More…

Why does your dentist need to know about the medication you take for high blood pressure? It is important that your physician(s) and dentist have a current listing of ALL medications you take, including herbal supplements. For example… Medications such as Heparin or Warfarin lower your risk for stroke and… Read More…

It’s a fact of life that we all have not-so-fresh breath at times. However, being associated with bad breath is downright embarrassing. Most of us can recall meeting someone for the first time and being hit with an unpleasant odor emanating from their mouth. Unfortunately, each time we see them… Read More…

The dictionary explains diabetes as “a disorder of the metabolism causing excessive thirst and the production of large amounts of urine.” it is a metabolic disease characterized by the body’s inability to properly secrete or manage insulin. This results in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Diabetes is considered… Read More…

As another year is winding down, many Americans are already contemplating their 2016 New Year’s resolutions. For those who are cigarette smokers, kicking the habit is a common resolution, for many reasons. Tobacco contains chemicals that are known to be harmful to the body. Smokers decrease life expectancy by 10–15… Read More…