So, what exactly is cosmetic dentistry? Defined as a subfield of dentistry that focuses on the appearance of the teeth and gums, most likely, teeth whitening and porcelain veneers come to mind – that perfect straight, bright, full smile. And that’s probably what your insurance...
It’s been over two years since the COVID pandemic began; and we are tired. Coinciding with the most contentious and long-winded election in the country’s history, we’re not only exhausted – we’re stressed out. It’s well-known that one common unconscious behavior associated with chronic stress...
It’s universally-agreed that fruit is part of any well-rounded, healthy diet. It’s recommended people consume 3 to 4 servings of fruit per day, which equates to 1 ½ to 2 cups, or about 25% of your daily food intake. Fruit staves off things like scurvy,...
Any woman who’s ever been pregnant will tell you that everything changes in those 9 months. Pregnancy is hard on a woman’s body, and that includes her mouth. And just like proper prenatal care includes vitamins and regular visits to the obstetrician, proper prenatal care...
An oral cancer can be any cancer of the mouth, throat and lower sinuses. Each year, around 50,000 people are diagnosed with an oral cancer, and it’s usually about 2 men for every 1 woman who gets diagnosed with one of these maladies. Most of...
Having discolored, damaged, or missing teeth in the visible part of your bite can really take a physical and mental toll on your health. Physically, damaged or lost teeth can make chewing, breathing, and speaking more difficult. Mentally, in a culture that highly values first...
Choosing a general dentist for you and/or your family can be a daunting task. Do you go with the big corporate practice with hundreds of offices around the country? Or that little local practice in your neighborhood that’s been around for a while and has...