A knocked out tooth is not necessarily the end of the tooth. There is a small window of time that the tooth can be placed back and restored. The key is reacting with the right steps and timely.By taking proper emergency action, we can save a tooth that has been knocked out of its socket,… Read More
Dental Sealants are an incredible advancement in dentistry that all children should have. Providing a layer between the tooth and any bacteria that comes into your child’s mouth, sealants seal the tooth, protecting it from cavities and decay. Once your child has most of their adult molars, we recommend the placement of dental sealants. How… Read More
You are busy! It seems like just when you get everything on your to-do list done, something else pops up! The refrigerator goes on the fritz, the car tire goes flat, the kid next door hits a homer… into your home!The last thing on your mind is your toothbrush, so here are some tips and… Read More
When you head in to any medical or dental setting and a professional tells you that you need a certain procedure done often you will have to do a double take.“You want to put a …. what in?” It’s OK, we totally understand.These are things that we have to deal with every day and you… Read More
You might not like it, but winter is coming and, with it, so is the colder weather. When you think of the cold, you think about the effects it has on your body – causing you to shiver and making your fingers and toes numb.But did you know that the cold weather can also have… Read More
After you have had a tooth pulled you will probably end up getting hungry within a few hours. It’s great that you are getting your appetite back, and you certainly do need to eat in order to keep up your strength so you can heal, but there are some foods that it’s probably wise to… Read More
Aspirin has been around for many years. It is considered one of the best pain relievers for most adults out there.When you find yourself with a toothache, you may automatically reach for an aspirin, but that is not always the best option you have.Make sure you know what is safe to do with aspirin and… Read More
A daily cup of coffee or can of soda gives you a little pick me up, but it can stain or even hurt your teeth. If you want the same type of boost without the harm to your mouth, you may want to consider trying green tea.It is a great option for your mouth, as… Read More
If you are like most people, you both love and hate floss. You love how clean it gets your mouth, but hate using it each day.It is difficult to get in where you need it, and it is time consuming.If you were to have access to something that would give you the same great results,… Read More
Okay, so you’ve heard the stories that sodas are detrimental to your teeth. Sodas contain a significant amount of sugar, and other compounds like acids, sodium and others, all of which can lead to tooth decay.Even diet sodas, with their artificial sweeteners, are just as bad. So, what about sparkling water – is it really… Read More