Teeth and Thumb Sucking In Young Children

Teeth and Thumb Sucking In Young Children Children around the globe all do it. Thumb sucking.  It’s a natural habit progression for an inquisitive infant who puts everything they can find in their mouth, and who has been taught to be soothed by a pacifier.  The thumb sucking stage can very easily become a stubborn habit in a very short…

Dental Issue: Sensitive Teeth

Dental Issue: Sensitive Teeth One of the most common complaints that we hear in our dental office is that of a patient having tooth sensitivity.  Also referred to as dentin hypersensitivity, this often taxing condition at times can arise from ingesting either hot or cold foods (or air), sweet or sour foods, and at other times this sensitivity can even…

3 Warning Signs Of Impacted Wisdom Teeth!

3 Warning Signs Of Impacted Wisdom Teeth! It’s one of the most popular and most consistently asked dental subjects that we receive from our patients, and oftentimes the source of much confusion.  Wisdom teeth.  How are they supposed to behave?  When are they supposed to appear, and how can I know if they would be better off removed, or if…

The Ultimate Toothpaste Guide!

The Ultimate Toothpaste Guide! Toothpaste.  It’s one of the most elementary and fundamental building blocks of an effective oral hygiene routine, and selecting the right toothpaste can set you on the perfect path to achieving oral hygiene success.  Available in paste or gel form, toothpaste is known to keep your teeth clean, healthy, and bacteria free.  But what most of…

Fear of the Dentist! How to get over it.

If you are one of the thousands of individuals who have a fear of visiting the dentist, you are not alone. Whether it be from negative past experiences, a fear of needles, or even from feeling like you’re not in control, dental phobias keep you away from vital checkups and can end up being more detrimental to your health than…

Top 5 Warning Signs of Gum Infection

Gum infections, also known as gum disease or periodontal disease is more common then you might think. The Journal of Dental Research estimates that nearly half of adults have experienced some form of mild to serious gum infection! While we all know that what you eat weighs heavily on oral health, what many don’t know is that there are several…

Smile Makeover 2016!

It’s one of the most alluring makeovers that you can win — the smile makeover. It’s highly sought after on TV shows and style competitions because it’s widely considered to be complex to navigate and expensive to execute. But perception does not always match reality. The truth is, you don’t have to win a big sweepstakes before you can get…

How To Prevent Cavities

When it comes to understanding the ins and outs of oral and dental health practices, there is one thing that everyone always wants to master.  How does one prevent cavities?  Cavities can come across as the ‘nuisance’ of dental health, and are perceived to be painful, and at times, costly to fix.  But the good news is, cavities are easily…

New Year! New You!

It’s that time of year where everything is made new, and a fresh round of resolutions are made.  Frequent declarations include losing weight, getting fit, and improving overall health, but one key component of overall health that many forget to include in their lists is oral health!  While having strong maintenance regimens for your mouth, teeth, and gums is an…