Posted August 21, 2019 in Periodontal Services
While it may be uncomfortable to push yourself to every dentist appointment—especially if you know you have not been eating properly to maintain the health of your teeth and gums—making sure you are attending regular appointments could do more than let your dentist catch a cavity or two. American tennis star Nicole Gibbs was recently […]
Read MorePosted August 09, 2019 in Dental/Oral Health
You wake up in the morning, feeling groggy and sluggish, and make your way into the kitchen to pour your morning cup of coffee. Then you head back to the closet to throw on some clothes and get the day started. After you finish getting ready, you’re running a few minutes late, so on your […]
Read MorePosted June 25, 2019 in Oral Pain, TMJ/Bruxism
If you experience jaw pain, you might have heard about something called TMJ or TMD. TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint that connects both sides of the jawbone to the skull. TMD is a temporomandibular joint disorder, which can cause joint and muscle pain in the jaw area. Several factors can cause this distressing condition, […]
Read MorePosted June 18, 2019 in Dental X-rays
Many people are aware that x-rays expose patients to radiation, but there are misconceptions about how much of it can be dangerous. What most may not be aware of is that we are subjected to both natural and man-made radiation sources on a daily basis. Soil, rock, and air contain radioactive materials which are responsible […]
Read MorePosted May 20, 2019 in Oral Cancer
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the U.S. There are over 100 strains of HPV, and some types are known to cause cervical or oral cancer. What some may not be aware of is that it can be transmitted from one person to another through intercourse as well as oral […]
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