Category: General Dentistry

Sensitivity Toothpaste Q&A: Does It Work?

Are you curious about the toothpaste you see on the shelves for teeth sensitivity? If so, you will be glad to learn that this type of dental hygiene product is something you might actually put some stock into, depending on your unique needs. While we can speak more clearly to your particular needs during a… Read more »

How to Tell That You Grind Your Teeth Too Much

Most of the time, you might not even realize that you’re grinding your teeth, and in most instances, that’s okay. However, for some people, the act is consistent enough that it poses a threat to the health, strength, and integrity of your teeth. Known as bruxism, the habit of constantly grinding teeth together affects many… Read more »

Q&A: How To Limit Sugar For Stocking Stuffers?

Filling up a stocking is very easy business when you make your way through the candy aisle and fill your cart with candy canes, chocolate bars, and every other sugary delight imaginable. However, when you’re looking for other ways to make the holiday morning special without offering an overdose of sweets, you may feel a… Read more »

Wintertime Discomfort Q&A

While the winter season that is soon to fall upon us brings up cozy thoughts of cuddling under blankets and donning big, warm sweaters, it might evoke some less than desirable thoughts, too. For those patients we see who have a hard time with the cold temperatures, we know that the shift can become especially uncomfortable… Read more »

Quiz: Wear And Tear

You may call it what you wish. The natural aging process. Wear and tear. The effects of daily smile use. No matter the way you refer to it, the truth is that your teeth cannot remain in exceptional, exquisite shape on their own. You use them for some seriously heavy function, from tearing apart foods… Read more »

Dental Crown Quiz: Does Your Smile Require One?

Are you trying to sort out your feelings about your oral health because you’re not sure why you need a dental crown? We understand that when you receive a diagnosis and the recommendation for a crown, you may feel like you need to take a step back and to ask some questions. We will, of… Read more »

Getting Started With Sedation

Have you just become aware of the fact dental sedation is an option for you but you don’t really know much more than that? If you’re extremely interested in finding out more but this is a brand new topic, don’t worry. We can help you get started by steering you in the right direction. Getting… Read more »

Q&A: How To Trust Us With Your Smile

Entrusting your oral health and dental care to our team is something that you might not take very lightly. We want you to recognize that this is an issue we thoroughly understand. The wonderful news is that this is not limited to your own feelings or experience but that it’s a very common sentiment among… Read more »

Can Two Treatments Work For One Issue?

Have you ever found yourself trying to distinguish between multiple treatments that seem like they probably address the same issue? However, you notice that each offers subtle differences when it comes to benefits, so you have trouble deciphering what’s what. This is a common concern. While we certainly appreciate the effort that patients put into… Read more »

Help! My Taste Buds Are Dull!

Before you assume your taste buds have completely deserted you, packed their bags, and headed off for new ventures, remember that immediate taste loss isn’t really something to worry about. You may notice that your sense of taste is becoming dull or that you’re having some serious difficulty enjoying the foods you usually enjoy because… Read more »