The Routine Smile Exam
Good For More Than Just Your Teeth! When you visit our office for that routine hygiene appointment, our team does a lot more than just probe for cavities. In addition to caring for your teeth, we’re giving you the next [...]
Putting the Squeeze on Toothpaste
Why is brushing with it important? Brushing with toothpaste is important for several reasons. First and foremost, a toothpaste and a correct brushing action work to remove plaque, a sticky, harmful film of bacteria that grows on your teeth that [...]
Dental Sealants to Block Out Decay!
A simple, preventative procedure that can save you the trouble of future cavities. It's the dreaded news that nobody wants to hear after a routine dental cleaning, you have some cavities that will need to be filled. And who could [...]
Fluoride & Your Health
General Questions & Answers About Flouride What is fluoride, and why is it good for my teeth? Fluoride is a compound of the element fluorine, which is found universally throughout nature in water, soil, air, and in most foods. Fluoride [...]
Floss For Healthy Teeth
Everyone knows that dentists are concerned with flossing. It's one of the common questions we often ask our patients during routine check-ups. But we're not just trying to shame or humiliate you. There's good reason—using floss is crucial to excellent [...]
Prevention Is The Best Policy
Why Prevention Is So Important "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!" It may be tempting to put off going to the dentist, especially if you feel there's nothing wrong. After all, what's the harm in skipping [...]
Does Mouthwash Work?
Should I Use Mouthwash? Mouthwash (also called a mouth rinse or just a rinse) are liquids that are squished around in the mouth and then discarded. They come in a wide variety of solutions with different intended purposes and active [...]
Need A Deep Cleaning?
What's Involved During a Deep Cleaning? You probably know what goes on during a regular dental cleaning. We use special instruments to remove debris, build-up, and tartar. Then, we polish your teeth to get them looking their best. However, if [...]
Topical Fluoride Treatment
What is Topical Fluoride? We classify fluoride into two categories, depending on the method of delivery. These include topical fluoride (applied directly to tooth surface) and systemic fluoride (ingested and absorbed by the body via the food and water we [...]
Get An Oral Cancer Screening
Detect oral cancer in its early stages. If you are a user of alcohol, tobacco, or other nicotine products, you probably already know that they aren't good for your oral health. The last thing you want is to hear another [...]