Top 5 Reasons for Dental Implants

Dental Implant: It all started I was sitting in a van in Alaska eating my lunch, I heard a gasp come from the seat next to me. When I looked over there was my friend, holding his two front teeth in his hands. I’m gonna be honest, that could possibly be one of my greatest […]

Cerec Same-Day Crowns

Nothing is worse than experiencing unwanted tooth pain. What is almost worse than tooth pain is the thought of multiple dentist visits until you can finally rest assured knowing your restoration is complete. However, wouldn’t it be better if you could have your pain diminished in one visit, in fact, also having your crown fixed […]

3D X-Rays Changing Dentistry

CT 3D X-Rays Changing the Way of Dentistry Did you know that the average person spends 38 days brushing their teeth during their lifetime? This is one of the most important activities you could ever do. Your teeth are critical to ensuring you remain healthy as you use them daily which is why you need […]

Back to School Coloring Contest

HOW TO ENTER:   Step 1:  Click your favorite of the following links & print your copy of our Coloring Book Page: Page 1: Why should you go to the Dentist?,   OR    Page 2: Why should you floss?     Step 2:  Color it in! Step 3:  Add your name, age, and phone number at the top of the […]

Common Problems

Tooth Decay Tooth decay, also known as caries or cavities, is preventable. Carbohydrate-rich foods, such as candy, cookies, soft drinks and even fruit juices, leave deposits on your teeth. Those deposits bond with the bacteria that normally survive in your mouth and form plaque. The combination of deposits and plaque forms acids that can damage […]

Brushing & Flossing

The cornerstone to a good at-home oral hygiene regimen is proper brushing and flossing. Practicing excellent dental hygiene avoids unhealthy teeth and costly dental treatments. Brushing Use a toothbrush with soft bristles and a small strip of fluoride toothpaste. When you brush your teeth, move the brush in small, circular motions to reach food particles […]

About Teeth

Throughout your life, you will have two sets of teeth: primary (baby) teeth and secondary (permanent) teeth. At age 6-8 months, the primary teeth appear; all 20 are in place by age 3. Permanent teeth will begin to grow around age 6, and except for wisdom teeth, are all present between ages 12 and 14. […]

Periodontics

Periodontal simply means “the tissue around the teeth.” Periodontists specialize in the treatment and surgery of this area, which is often characterized by gum disease. Plaque is the most common element causing gum disease. Unfortunately, periodontal-related problems are often discovered after they have persisted for an extended period of time. Proper oral hygiene, daily dental […]