Dental Health
When Apnea Oral Appliance Isn't Working
A useful tool when encountering an obstacle or an unwanted outcome is to wonder why and determine what is happening that may be producing the… Continue Reading
Your Holiday Dental Emergency Kit
It is that time of year. You're going to be traveling, visiting family, and of course… eating! With that being said, one thing you will… Continue Reading
My Child's First Orthodontic Exam
At what age should I schedule an appointment for an orthodontic screening? The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic screening at age seven. By… Continue Reading
Boosting Orthodontic Effectiveness
Most malocclusions (bad bites) can be treated with braces or clear aligners. But not all malocclusions are alike some can require extra procedures to achieve… Continue Reading
What Is a Periodontist? Do You Need To See One? Part Two
Part Two A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagno-sis, and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease, and in the placement of den-tal… Continue Reading
Preventing Tooth Decay
What Is Tooth Decay, and What Causes It? Tooth decay is the disease known as caries or cavities. Tooth decay occurs when your teeth are… Continue Reading
Diagnosing and Treating Sleep Apnea
Sleep you'll spend a third of your life in its blissful embrace. But it isn't a luxury you need it as much as nutrition and… Continue Reading
Tooth Extraction Is It Necessary?
Have you ever been told that you need to have a tooth extracted? How did you feel about it? Here's a scenario A patient was… Continue Reading
Replacing Missing Teeth
Is your smile missing one or more chiclets? Tooth loss is unfortunately more common than many realize. According to the American Association of Oral and… Continue Reading
Gum Disease and Heart Disease
After two decades of research, it has been firmly established that an association exists between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease according to the American dental… Continue Reading
