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  • Do We Outgrow Tooth Decay?

    posted: Apr. 30, 2025.

    Short answer: No. But, since an answer that short is hardly worth the time it took you to click on the link, allow us to explain further! We tend to think Read more
  • Thumb Sucking

    posted: Apr. 23, 2025.

    Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a Read more
  • Teens and Gum Disease

    posted: Apr. 23, 2025.

    You have a lot going on. School. Sports. Activities. Family. Friends. Teens lead busy lives and have busy schedules, so you need to budget your time and energy. One thing Read more
  • Is there a connection between oral health and school performance?

    posted: Apr. 16, 2025.

    As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being Read more
  • Diet and Dental Health: What to eat and what to avoid

    posted: Apr. 16, 2025.

    You are probably aware that guzzling soda and drinking those sugary Starbucks Frappuccinos aren’t particularly good for your dental health. But how much thought do you give to the effects Read more
  • Whitening Teeth with Braces

    posted: Apr. 09, 2025.

    Now that you are working hard to improve your dental health and appearance with your braces, it might seem like a logical time to whiten your teeth as well. But Read more
  • Is a Lost Tooth a Lost Cause?

    posted: Apr. 09, 2025.

    We’re used to seeing athletes wearing mouthguards at practice or play, because dental trauma is one of the most common (and predictable) sports injuries. But it’s not just athletes who Read more
  • Snowball Effect

    posted: Apr. 02, 2025.

    Winter and its snowball fights are behind us, true, but there might be another kind of snowball heading your way—the snowball effect you risk when small dental concerns are ignored Read more
  • Oral Cancer Awareness Month

    posted: Apr. 02, 2025.

    Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
  • Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?

    posted: Mar. 26, 2025.

    Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more
  • Dental Insurance Benefits

    posted: Mar. 26, 2025.

    Dental insurance can be a great addition to your health care plan, but the way benefits are calculated can also make it a confusing one. If you have dental insurance, Read more
  • Seal of Approval

    posted: Mar. 19, 2025.

    Outside activities? You slather your kids with sunscreen. Biking? You don’t let your child leave the house without a helmet. Youth sports? You provide mouthguards and padding and headgear and Read more
  • Is soda really bad for your teeth?

    posted: Mar. 19, 2025.

    You take a sip of soda – and someone remarks, “That’s going to ruin your teeth!” Is that true? Is sweet soda the enemy of a healthy smile? The answer, unfortunately, Read more
  • Eco-Friendly Toothbrushes

    posted: Mar. 12, 2025.

    When it comes to dental hygiene, “going green” is not the first phrase that comes to mind. But if you are brushing properly, you are also replacing your toothbrush every Read more
  • St. Patrick's Day

    posted: Mar. 12, 2025.

    On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
  • Make Your Smile Dazzling For Your Wedding!

    posted: Mar. 05, 2025.

    Planning a wedding can be a highly stressful time. the doctor and our team want to support you in this process by helping you achieve a beautiful, bright smile. Wedding Read more