When you think about it, your tongue is actually pretty amazing. While technically you can live without it, your tongue plays a critical role in taste and sensation. In fact, having a healthy tongue is critical to dental health. Did you know your tongue is...
As your dentists, we love your smile! Our goal is great dental care — and that is something to smile about. But did you know that smiling is actually good for you? There’s a strong link between good health, longevity, and smiling. Studies have shown...
You may not have considered the connection between your teeth and metabolic health—but it does exist. More specifically, there’s a two-way relationship between poor oral health and diabetes. Not only can diabetes compromise your teeth and gums, but poor dental care can worsen diabetes or increase your risk...
Got a teenager who loves energy drinks? Hope you love paying high dental bills. The fact is energy drinks are horrible for your teeth, even worse than soda. The reason is their high acidity and sugar content. Energy and sports drinks damage tooth enamel, breed...
Pregnancy’s a ride — sometimes all you can do is just try to hang on tight. There are so many things to think about and prepare for — doctor’s appointments, nutrition, planning the nursery. But don’t forget about your dentist. Pencil us in. Great dental...
Dentures are a cost-efficient and effective solution for tooth replacement. Advances in modern dentures have made them more comfortable and form fitting. The materials have vastly improved over the years. The impression molds cosmetic dentists use allow us to create a more exact fit. It...
Your dentist told you something you don’t want to hear: You need a root canal. But don’t panic. Thanks to advances in modern dental technology, root canals aren’t the torture they’re often made out to be. The local dental professionals we refer patients to for root canals use the...