Getting Seniors to Think About Nutrition As we age, our bodies no longer take in as much nutrition as they used to. This means that senior citizens, aside from experiencing the usual changes associated with age, are at risk of not getting what they need to keep their bodies running. We can usually see the … Read more
Stopping Cavities Before They Form The toughest thing about being a dentist is seeing patients come in with damage that could have been prevented with proper oral hygiene or an earlier dental visit. When cavities first begin to form, before they can even be seen with the naked eye, this is the best time … Read more
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants Millions of individuals have at least one dental implant. The technology making them easier to shape and install have created a boon for the field. With this in mind, the pre-op work should not be overlooked. Getting your implants is a routine procedure, but making a plan is … Read more
Superhero Dentist I’m willing to bet that most of you think of going to the dentist as a chore or at least as an inconvenience. You know it is important for your teeth and the health of your mouth to keep those appointments twice a year. But still, many of you avoid the dentist until … Read more
Gold Teeth Going Away as White Smile Craze Takes Over A decade or so ago, to “bling” out your mouth in gold teeth was all the craze. While it is still popular in certain circles, more people are looking for a healthy, realistic look. During the height of its popularity, the gold-tooth craze was bringing … Read more
Avoid the ER for Dental Emergencies Every year, millions of people go to the hospital for dental problems. Whether it’s an abscess, a lost or broken tooth, or swelling, people rush to the ER to get treatment. Decades ago, when dentists were 8-5 Monday through Friday, this could be understood. But, when most dentists offer … Read more
The health of your mouth is a direct reflection of the health of the rest of your body. As you kick off November remember that it is National Dental Health Month, a perfect time to learn about the connection between the oral health and your general well-being. A study conducted by the ADA (American Dental … Read more
For it being one of the most common maladies affecting the tongue, most people have never heard of Geographic tongue. After all, it sounds a bit like slang for a savvy speaker. This condition is common and relatively harmless. If you are unfamiliar with geographic tongue, seeing it appear out of nowhere can cause any … Read more
Lately commercials have been highlighting the dangers of smoking. Occasionally there will be one which highlights the dangers of smoking on the health of the mouth. The dangers go beyond the surface. While I am comfortable with people walking their own paths, as I dentist I am vehemently against smoking. I know the havoc which … Read more
