It's never too early to start thinking about what you can do to take care of your smile for the rest of your life. Your adult teeth will be the last set you get once your wisdom teeth grow in as a teen. This means that they have to last you for the rest of your life. It is... read more »

The fall season is finally here which means the weather will begin to dip and the smell of sweet aromas will overtake the air. However, although the weather may change, make sure that you continually floss and brush effectively for the entire year. If you would happen to sustain dental damage, or are unhappy with the look of your smile... read more »

Your teeth have treated you well; why not treat them back? There is a great way to make sure your teeth stay clean all day long, instead of waiting for your evening brush. Chewing gum! Studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes after meals can help prevent cavities. This occurs because the gum stimulates saliva production in... read more »

The acid in your mouth makes you prone to enamel decay, tooth sensitivity, cavities and tooth loss. This is because plaque and calculus--which forms on your teeth around the gum line--can lead to gum disease, loose teeth and eventual tooth loss, bad breath, pain and swelling in the gums, and bleeding gums. In fact, gum disease is the leading cause... read more »

Are your teeth getting longer? Are they more sensitive? Are they bleeding and causing you pain? Any of these issues could be a sign that your gums are receding. If you notice any of these issues, please contact us soon—especially if you notice the appearance of your smile changing. Sadly, gum recession can be caused by several issues, meaning there... read more »

You know that you should visit your dentist to have a checkup. You’ve probably heard that it’s important to visit your dentist every six months. While that’s true, it’s also very important that you take care of your teeth at home—either with traditional tools or powered ones. For many people, powered and manual options tend to work about as well,... read more »

Are you interested in brightening your smile? If so, you aren’t alone. In fact, Americans spend more than $1.4 billion dollars a year for at-home whitening kits. To make matters even more interesting, this massive number does not include professional whitening. Before you add your money to the mix, we have a questions for you: is professional whitening with it?... read more »