Clear Braces vs. Metal Braces
December 6, 2020General Blog Posts,bracesOrthodontics,orthodontics,orthodontist
The choice between clear braces or metal braces is becoming an age-old debate at the orthodontist's office or the dentist's office. For many patients who wish to straighten their teeth, the choice…
How Often Should You Replace Your Toothbrush?
November 29, 2020General Blog Posts,Preventivetooth decay,hygiene
We've all heard that the pen is mightier than the sword. You might also say that the toothbrush is mightier than the drill! That's because if you wield your toothbrush properly, it's a very powerful…
Be Sure to Use Your Dental Benefits Every Year
November 21, 2020General Blog Posts,dental,PreventiveInsurance
If you have dental insurance, your insurance company provides you with certain dental benefits each year. In case you're not very familiar with insurance vocabulary, you can think of an insurance…
If You Have Insurance, Your Cleanings Are Free!
November 14, 2020General Blog Posts,dentist,teeth cleaning,dentalPreventive,Insurance,Cleanings
We know many dental patients find the ins & outs of dental insurance confusing, but if you have dental insurance the most important thing for you to know is that you get two free cleanings per…
The Many Ways We Provide Gentle Dental Care
November 7, 2020General Blog Posts,dental careGeneral,gentle dental
When we talk to patients about dentistry, one of the main concerns they bring up is whether the dental care they receive will be gentle. As dentists, our main concern of course is your health, but we…
Finding a Dentist for Your Kids
October 31, 2020General Blog Postspediatric dentist,kids dentist
If you're looking to find the right dentist & establish a "dental home" for your family, you may wonder what the difference is between a pediatric dentist (a.k.a. a kids' dentist) & a general…
Dental Crowns 101
October 23, 2020General Blog Posts,Educationalcrowns,dental crown
Dental crowns, or caps, are one of the most common restorative dental procedures that dentists perform. If you've been told you need a crown, there's no reason to worry. Dental crowns allow us to…
What's a Periodontist & Why Do I Need One?
October 15, 2020General Blog Posts,Educational,Gum Disease/Periodontal Diseaseperiodontal disease,periodontist
You're used to going to the dentist & just seeing the doctor, the hygienist & maybe a dental assistant. But now you've been told you need to see a periodontist too. Now you're thinking,…
Reasons for Tooth Extraction
October 7, 2020General Blog Posts,wisdom teeth removalGeneral,tooth extraction
Tooth extraction is when a tooth is removed from it's place in the gum & bone of your jaw. Compared to many dental procedures, tooth extraction can sound scary, especially when it's referred to…
The Vital Reasons Why You Should Replace Missing Teeth
September 29, 2020General Blog Posts,Restorative,Dental Implants,dental-implantsDentures,dentures
The goal of modern dentistry is for each & every patient to keep all their teeth for their entire lifetime. As dental health awareness & dental technology have advanced over the last half…