Hot, parched, arid, dry… words that should not be used to describe the inside of your mouth. However, it doesn’t take much to dry a mouth out, and some of the ways this can occur may surprise you. First, let’s discuss why a dry mouth is a problem, other than… Read More…

Over the past few decades, scientific studies have focused increased attention on how periodontal (gum) disease has connections to our whole health. And, rightly so. As research has become more focused, links have been found between infectious oral bacteria and a growing list of serious health problems. These include heart… Read More…

When I think back to where I was 20 years ago, I realize just how quickly time has flown. In February 1997, I was a fairly new dentist and learning just how significantly a healthy, confident smile could impact an individual’s life. Twenty years later, I still see how important… 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…

As we enter the holiday season, our risk for illness increases. Perhaps it’s because we’re confined to the indoors with others more often. However, for many of us, the added stressful during this time of year can compromise the immune systems, which can place our resistance at lower levels. In… Read More…

Bacteria in our bodies is not always a bad thing. For example, certain bacteria in the gut actually enhance the process of digestion and help to keep the digestive system operating efficiently. However, some bacteria is not good. When too much bacteria invade the body, the immune system becomes overburdened…. Read More…

When it comes to removing debris and bacteria in the mouth, brushing your teeth doesn’t always do the job. This is where flossing can give your oral health a ‘leg up.’ Flossing removes food particles caught between teeth that a tooth brush cannot reach or dislodge. When you eat food,… Read More…

As we enter the holiday season, many of us find it’s a busy time of gatherings with friends, family and co-workers. These events provide wonderful opportunities to catch up in close conversations we often don’t have a chance to enjoy at other times of the year. We’ve all been in… Read More…

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…

Now that the school year has resumed, everyone seems to have dropped back into a ‘normal’ routine. And, as September eases its way into October, many adults are trying to accomplish health goals before the holiday rush begins. In dentistry, we see many adults who have postponed their smile needs… Read More…