When asking a patient who was just recently in our office, “Do your gums bleed or hurt?” The person’s response was surprising. They said, “Yes, my gums bleed, but that’s normal.” We were surprised by …

We talk a lot about how important your oral health is to your overall health—so you’re probably already aware of the fact that routine professional cleanings, along with your consistent daily oral hygiene habits, help …

When you visited your dentist for your routine cleaning and exam, you were told that you need to have a “deep cleaning.” You may wonder: Isn’t a regular dental cleaning enough? I brush and floss …