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What is sleep apnea?March 15, 2017

Getting a full night’s sleep can make all the difference in our day-to-day lives. Trying to focus at work or school is almost impossible when you’re tired,...

What is gingivitis? March 8, 2017

Gingivitis and gum disease are often used interchangeably, but the terms actually refer to two stages of periodontitis disease. When you think of oral health...

Why are routine checkups important?March 1, 2017

We all know life can get busy. Six months can fly by in the blink of an eye, and routine dental check ups can often get pushed to the backburner. But, your oral health...

What’s that clicking sound in my jaw? February 22, 2017

Does your jaw click or pop when you open your mouth? Unfortunately, this noise indicates disharmony in the elements that make up the jaw. Just as any other joint that pops with ...

Your guide to a whiter smileFebruary 15, 2017

Perfect white smiles are no longer just for the rich and famous. The past few years have seen the rise of both in-office treatments performed by a dentist and over the counter s...

What causes bad breath? (and what you can do about it)February 8, 2017

Also known as halitosis, or the less than pleasant odor that comes from the mouth, bad breath can have a variety of underlying causes, depending on the person. Unpleasant for ev...

What’s the deal with fluoride? February 1, 2017

Growing up, you probably heard that fluoride is good for you. From your toothpaste to community water supply, we’ve relied heavily on fluoride to maintain oral h...

How to manage your child's fear of the dentistJanuary 25, 2017

Dental anxiety, or that fear that is associated with the dentist, is prevalent in children and adults alike. Most times it doesn’t stem from a fear of pain, but ...

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