I have a confession. I have a VERY hard time remembering to drink enough water. As a dentist, my days get so busy and all of a sudden, I realize I haven’t been drinking as much water as I should. 😬 I ... Read More
Dental Hygiene
Five Easy and Quick Dental Tips for People On The Go
Busy. That’s one word that defines most of us, and even though we might think things will slow down tomorrow, next week, or next year, the truth is, we remain busy. In fact, when we ask patients why ... Read More
How to Deal with Stress-Related Teeth Grinding
Are you someone who grinds their teeth at night? Sometimes we don’t even know we’re doing it until we wake up with a sore jaw or our partner tells us. Stress-related teeth grinding is VERY common. In ... Read More
The Link Between Poor Oral Health and Depression
A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology is showing that people who suffer from sadness, helplessness, and other symptoms of depression are almost 20% more likely to also ... Read More
Ready, Set, Floss! What is the Best Tool for Flossing?
Dental floss is the most common tool people use to clean between their teeth, but the truth is, many people “forget” to do it because it’s a cumbersome process, it can be time-consuming, and it can be ... Read More
Your Dog’s Teeth Are Important To Us Too!
We talk a lot about human smiles, but we also care a lot about your pet’s oral health, too! Dental care is important whether you have two legs or four, and just because they can’t hold a toothbrush or ... Read More
What To Do When a Cracked Tooth Ruins Your Day
Has this ever happened to you? You bite down on something a little too hard and you feel it. A cracked tooth. It’s the worst and it can hurt a lot. In fact, it can prevent you from being able to chew ... Read More
Get the Real Scoop on Dry Mouth
Have you ever heard of Xerostomia? It’s just the fancy name for dry mouth that’s caused by a lack of saliva. It can happen for a number of reasons. Sometimes, when you’re feeling nervous you can get ... Read More
Let’s Debunk Some Common Dental Myths
You’d be amazed at some of the misconceptions that I hear from my patients from time to time. It’s not their fault though! There’s a lot of confusing and conflicting information out there about dental ... Read More
Three Common Myths About Sedation Dentistry
Many people are aware of sedation dentistry, but we are shocked by how many patients come in thinking that it’s not an option for them. It is such a great option for anyone who needs a little help ... Read More