Did you know that February is Children’s Dental Health Month? Our Hygienest- Kassy, and Chelsea went to visit a Kindergarten class in the area. They were able to talk to with the kids about proper brushing and flossing. Chelsea made teeth models out of...
Are your teeth tender? From acidic foods to certain toothpastes, a number of culprits could be to blame. You brush with too much gusto. Sometimes tooth sensitivity comes from brushing with too much force or with too hard-bristled a toothbrush. Over time,...
A visual that still haunts me is that of Tom Hanks taking out his own tooth with an ice skate in the movie “Cast Away”. It stirs memories from my childhood dental visits and a dentist that did not believe in numbing. When I chose to become a dentist, I vowed that no...
We all have it, and we try to hide it! Sagging skin is one of the most common signs of aging and one of the most difficult things to hide. Until recently, the only option to fix it was with a face lift which is both expensive and a slightly terrifying prospect! ...
“My child grinds his teeth when sleeping – sometimes so loud it wakes us up. Is this normal?” The answer is “Yes” and maybe “No.” “Yes” – grinding is a normal response to your child’s growing/changing dentition (arrangement or condition of the teeth), and the...
Words of wisdom from our Hygienist! Ever wonder why we get our teeth cleaned every 6 months? You may be thinking “well, it’s because that’s what my insurance covers and I want to get my money’s worth from them!” or maybe you’re thinking...
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