So you make sure to brush and floss your teeth regularly, but then you decide to add a little something extra to your daily oral hygiene routine. Mouthwash is actually a common choice because we’re always hearing how, along with dental cleanings, it adds an extra boost of preventative protection to your smile by helping …
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You’ve probably heard about “gingivitis” but do you actually know what it is, what causes it or what it does to your teeth? Or for that matter, do you know how we treat the problem, or what it takes to prevent it? If you’re ready to learn more about this serious dental condition, please read …
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 this response because bleeding gums is definitely not normal. In addition to making sure people are healthy, we believe in …
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Did you know that almost 30 million Americans suffer from diabetes? If you are diabetic, you probably already know about the threat to your overall health from diabetes. Diabetes can come with some serious health risks, commonly called “diabetic complications” which potentially includes blindness, foot amputations, kidney failure, heart disease, neuropathies, and impaired wound healing. …
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Chances are that you’ve heard of gum disease. You know, that pesky infection that causes your gums to bleed when you floss. In case you thought that bleeding gums are normal when you brush or floss, we’re here to tell you…IT’S NOT! So what do you do if your gums are unhealthy? Ask Dr. [doctor_name] …
Do You Have Gum Disease? Our New, High-Tech Treatment Can Help! Read More »
You’re expecting a new bundle of joy (congratulations, by the way). We know about the bliss of motherhood and also the stresses of getting everything ready! Between shopping for baby clothes, toys and care items; trying to find baby names that both you and your partner like; and getting your baby’s nursery ready, there’s not …
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There is a common problem in oral health, one so pervasive that most people are probably affected by it. Many of them don’t even realize there is an issue. But gum disease can wreak havoc on your mouth and even affect other systems in the body. Knowing how to prevent it is crucial to good …
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