Things to Consider and Watch For When Choosing a Local Dentist You may not think much about who you'll use for your local dentist. After all, you only see them once a year for a routine checkup. But what would happen...
Most dental emergencies are caused by tooth decay, gum disease, and a chipped tooth. While good dental care is the best method to preserve your oral health, knowing what to do when an emergency arises may help you avoid long-term...
If your tooth is damaged, you may need a dental crown to help restore its normal shape, function, and size. Crowns usually last for a while, but with the proper precautions, you can extend their life. The length of time...
Studies have shown that teeth grinding has increased during the pandemic; we can help protect your smile. Now that we're more than a year into a global pandemic, we are learning more about the variety of indirect effects that COVID-19 has...
Scientists have spent decades studying ancient paintings on cave walls that depict animals being milked in an attempt to find evidence of dairy consumption. They have even found traces of dairy fat in pots. But scientists have never been able...
Veneers can be a simple, non-invasive way to change your smile's shape and look while preserving valuable tooth structure. If you're looking for a non-invasive way to improve the shape of your smile, veneers might be the choice for you. Veneers...
February is American Heart Month! What does heart health have to do with oral health? Evidence suggests… a lot! Science has found two very distinct links between a person's oral health and heart health. Signs of heart disease may be noticeable...
Caring for your mouth while you're pregnant is one of the most important things you can do to help keep you and your baby healthy. Pregnancy and the promise of the pitter-patter of little feet and long afternoon snuggles with your...
Electric toothbrushes are just one more tool you can use at home to keep your smile healthy between professional cleanings. Except for a few leaps in design over the last 3,000 years, toothbrushes haven't changed much since ancient Babylonians chewed on the end of...
Dental offices are open again. Here’s why it’s safe (and important) to get back on the schedule and use your dental benefits before they expire. For a few months, dental offices were advised only to see emergencies and cancel what was...
