Types of Bad Bites and Their Treatments
WHAT IS A BAD BITE? A bad bite, also called a malocclusion, is when the upper and lower teeth don’t fit together the…
Sleep Apnea, Jaws, and Gums
IN JUST THE UNITED STATES, sleep apnea affects over 18 million adults and up to 20 percent of children who…
What Makes Teeth Sensitive?
IF YOU CAN’T REALLY enjoy ice cream because every bite sends a nasty jolt through your teeth, then you know what…
Spotlight on Women’s Oral Health
WHEN YOU THINK of the differences between men and women, oral health concerns probably aren’t…
Time for a Pediatric Dentist FAQ!
MANY OF OUR PATIENTS and our patients’ parents come to us with the same questions about childhood dental health…
Dental Abscess: Symptoms and Treatment
A DENTAL ABSCESS is a buildup of pus that forms within the teeth or gums, usually as the result of a bacterial infection…
Cold and Flu Season and Oral Health
COMING DOWN WITH the flu is never any fun, but it’s also no time to let up on your oral hygiene routine. The same…
What to Do When a Toothache Strikes
TOOTHACHES CAN HAPPEN for a number of reasons. It’s important to know what to do about them, because they…
Time for an Orthodontist FAQ!
MANY OF OUR PATIENTS and potential patients come to us with the same questions about orthodontic treatment without…
Fluoride and Cavity Prevention
IF YOU LOOK AT ANY tube of toothpaste with the American Dental Association’s seal of acceptance, you’ll see…