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Dental Hygiene, Family Orthodontic Services

The 5 Dental Friendly Snacks You and Your Kids Should Be Eating

3 Minute Read: If you are a parent, you understand that your child’s oral health is important and work hard to get your kids to practice a proper tooth-brushing and flossing routine. Starting this habit with baby teeth is important because it establishes the foundation for a healthy smile. However, it’s easy to forget about […]

Gum Disease

What Are the Differences Between Scaling and Root Planing, Flap Surgery, and Gum Grafting?

2 Minute Read: Scaling and root planing, flap surgery, and gum grafting are common methods used to treat periodontitis (gum disease). Periodontitis can be understood as the infection of the gums, and it is caused by the accumulation of bacteria on the teeth and gums, commonly due to poor oral hygiene. Some symptoms of periodontitis […]

Dental Fillings

What Are the Health Benefits of Metal-Free Fillings?

3 Minute Read: We all know how important it is to brush and floss our teeth and have a dentist perform regular dental cleanings; however, tooth decay can still happen. It’s reported that 92 percent of adults between 20 and 64 have had cavities in their teeth at some point in their lives, and of […]

Dental Implants, Dentures

How Can Implant-Supported Dentures Transform Your Smile?

3 Minute Read: Dentures have been around for decades. Everyone knows exactly what traditional dentures are, and, therefore, most people understand the limitations that traditional dentures present. Usually associated with senior citizens, traditional dentures are a set of false teeth (either partial or full) that mimic the look and function of natural teeth. These dentures […]

Dental Implants

Will I Still Be Able to Eat My Favorite Foods With Dental Implants?

2 Minute Read: Missing, broken, or decayed teeth make eating a challenge. People that can’t chew food effectively may slowly change their diets and choose soft foods out of necessity. Dental implants are designed to mimic natural teeth. Most implants let you eat your favorite foods without dietary restrictions. Why Should I Consider Dental Implants? […]

Dental Cleanings

Why Are Dental Cleanings So Important to Your Overall Health?

2 Minute Read: There’s nothing like the feeling of clean teeth and a fresh mouth that follows a session with a great dental hygienist. But getting teeth professionally cleaned regularly is about much more than a great feeling. It can be basic upkeep for overall good health. Why Are Dental Cleanings So Important? According to […]

Sleep Apnea

Is Sleep Apnea Dangerous? How Can This Affect Your Health and Well-being?

3 Minute Read: Sleep apnea is a worrying condition that can be dangerous and, in some extreme cases, fatal. The condition affects the patient’s airways while sleeping, causing them to stop breathing periodically. While this concept is frightening enough, sleep apnea can also have a knock-on effect on other areas of life, such as consistent […]

Dentures

How to Keep Your Dentures Clean?

2 Minute Read: Dentures are a more affordable and less invasive way of restoring your smile after losing teeth. The set of teeth are customized to your dental structure, enabling you to maintain a comfortable bite and beautiful smile. Notably, dentures need as much attention as natural teeth — if not more — as they […]

Oral Hygiene

Does Bone Broth Benefit the Mouth? Things To Know Before Buying Bone Broth

2 Minute Read: Many cultures understand that bone broth has several strengthening properties when it comes to health. In ancient Greece and China, it has been a go-to concoction for both medicinal and nutritional purposes. Now a staple of the popular Paleo diet, bone broth is once again trending. Not only are bone broth-based drinks […]

Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening and How to Make It Easy?

3 Minute Read: If you feel like your smile lacks some sparkle, teeth whitening can be used to put the shine back. Between the foods we eat and the beverages we drink, not to mention other habits (like smoking), it is challenging to keep your smile as bright and white as you would like. There […]