Trouble Spots & Oral Lesions
During the course of a day, you're likely to have a look inside your mouth and briefly survey the landscape. We hope so, anyway. Aside from the stray loose filling or that crown that will need repair soon, [...]
Healthy Gums, Healthy You!
Fighting periodontal (gum) disease through meticulous daily hygiene and regular dental appointments is brilliant. You preserve your beautiful smile and sweet breath, maintain the health of your teeth and gums, and protect your overall health in the bargain! [...]
Dentistry: Early Warning for Disease
Your mouth is an early warning system. Changes in tissue color, persistent sores, chipped and eroded teeth, and excessive tartar buildup are certainly unattractive. But, more important, these variations from the norm can also be vital evidence of [...]
Periodontal Disease: It’s More Than Just Sore Gums
And periodontal health is more than a dazzling smile. Maintaining healthy teeth and gums has become more important than ever. Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammation of the gums that not only can lead to tooth loss but [...]
Dentistry & Your Health
What Your Mouth "Tells" Us About Health Recent studies, including the Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health, confirm what our team has known for a long time. There are many connections between oral health and overall wellbeing. So [...]
Oral Exams: Open Your Mouth and Say Ahhh
Oral Exams & Diagnosis Checkups are an essential tool for your health! There's a lot we can learn from looking into your mouth during routine oral exams. Not only is the oral cavity a window into your overall [...]
Diabetes and Your Mouth
Tell Your Dentist About Your Diabetes We could be first to know. Don't let us be the last. Diabetes affects the blood chemistry and metabolism of those who suffer from the condition. Without proper medication, people with diabetes [...]