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See How Well You're Removing Plaque With a Disclosing Agent
posted: Aug. 14, 2021.

You've just finished your daily brushing and flossing. How did you do? Swiping your tongue across your teeth can generally tell you: It's a good sign if it glides Read more
Just What Is Plaque?
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease And really, Read more
Why Kathy Bates Chose This Alternative to Braces and so Might You
posted: Aug. 04, 2021.

Kathy Bates has been a familiar face to filmgoers since her Oscar-winning performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. She's best known for playing true-to-life characters like Wilkes or Barbara Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
Generic Clear Aligners vs. Invisalign®
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

You may have a talent for home repairs. You may be able to rebuild your computer. You may even be able to put together a whole room of furniture armed Read more
Untreated Gum Disease Could Cost You Your Implant
posted: Jul. 25, 2021.

Your teeth can take decades of daily biting and chewing and not miss a beat. But they do have a nemesis, dental disease, which can easily get the upper Read more
Caring for Your Smile after Invisalign® Treatment
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

You have done a lot of work to get the perfect smile. You wore your Invisalign aligner trays and cared for your teeth, and now your treatment is done. You Read more
4 Areas We May Check During Your Older Loved One's Regular Dental Visit
posted: Jul. 15, 2021.

While some aspects of regular dental visits are much the same for everyone, they can be more involved for an older adult. That’s because people later in life face Read more
Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers, and Your Baby's Teeth
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Sucking is a common instinct for babies and the use of a pacifier or their thumb offers a sense of safety and security, as well a way to relax. According to Read more
Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more
Here are a Few Options for Managing Dental Treatment Costs
posted: Jul. 05, 2021.

In an ideal world, your family's dental needs would mesh seamlessly with the family budget. Alas, it's not always that way, and it can often be a head scratcher Read more
Happy Fourth of July
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more
After a Devastating Injury, Prompt Action Saved Singer Carly Pearce's Smile
posted: Jun. 25, 2021.

Performing for an awards show is a quite a feather in an entertainer's cap. So, up-and-coming country music star Carly Pearce was obviously excited when she gained a slot Read more
The Clear Benefits of Invisalign®
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

Straighter teeth is something many people desire. A nice smile is one of the most attractive things about a person. However, wearing a mouth full of braces for two, three, Read more
What are dental implants?
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Do you have a space where a tooth used to be? Were you born with a missing tooth? Are you getting ready for dentures? You may be a good candidate Read more
Although It Sounds Exotic, This Mouth Sore Isn't a Big Concern
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Most of what goes on inside our mouths—good or bad—is fairly predictable. But every now and then, people encounter something out of the ordinary. A good example is lichen Read more