General Dentistry

How do I find the best dentist? Ideally, we all want our dental care to be straightforward. We want our teeth to remain as healthy as possible with regular dental cleanings every six months or so. But life doesn’t always work that way. That is why it is important to find a dentist who can…

Ready for a well-maintained smile? We all know that we need to brush and floss our teeth to keep our smiles healthy, odor-free, and shining bright. But did you know that professional dental cleanings can be just as important to maintaining our oral health? Professional cleanings are so much more than glorified tooth-brushing sessions, though…

More than half of the population has at least one wisdom tooth. And though it’s pretty common, whether you have one or four wisdom teeth, it’s often not something to smile about. Wisdom teeth appear right behind your second molars in all four quadrants of your mouth. But as you can imagine, or perhaps you…

Step Into the Future of Dental Care Dental technology has come a long way from the days of traditional X-rays and film-based imaging. What was once a slow, somewhat uncomfortable process has now transformed into something precise, fast, and comfortable. Among these advancements, 3D imaging and digital scans stand out as two of the most…

What’s behind a bright, healthy smile? Your smile isn’t just a feature—it’s a reflection of your overall well-being! Maintaining excellent dental health is about more than just having a dazzling smile. It’s actually a key component of your overall health. A healthy mouth can prevent issues beyond the dental chair, including heart disease and diabetes,…

We know that going to the dentist doesn’t land on most people’s lists as something fun to do. And while we might be a bit biased, we don’t think it’s all that bad. We’re taking steps to make your time in the dental chair easier. Advancements in dental technology are everywhere. And one of those…

The Importance of Preventive Care During Pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of great change within a woman’s body, but it has an impact on her oral health as well. It has been well documented that the overall health of the mother plays a huge role in the health of the fetus. Understanding the relationship between…

It’s not something you want to hear from the dentist—you have gum disease. It’s an especially frustrating diagnosis when you know you’ve done everything you can to prevent this very thing from happening. You brush your teeth twice a day. You use a soft-bristled toothbrush. Plus, you floss, every single day.  So we get it…

What is plaque biofilm, and what impact does it have? Plaque biofilm is a layer of bacteria that forms a matrix and attaches itself to the tooth. Dental plaque biofilm is composed of different types of microorganisms, only some of which are pathogenic. Certain bacterial species trigger the body’s immune response, while others do not.…

What is oropharyngeal cancer? Oropharyngeal cancer is a type of head and neck cancer that affects the pharynx or oropharynx. It is differentiated from oral cancer based on its location. It accounts for roughly 15,000 new cancer cases each year and has a 5 year overall survival rate of between 60% and 68%. What causes…