Oral cancer screenings are key for protecting your health, but many people shy away from being screened due to fear of the dentist. We understand, and our team is here to create an anxiety-free experience that protects your oral health and well-being. During your dental exam, we can perform an oral cancer and oral health screening that […]
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Dealing with persistent cavities can be a frustrating experience, especially when you brush and floss regularly. Sometimes the best way to prevent cavities from forming is to understand what causes them in the first place. How Do Cavities Form? Cavities are holes that form on the hard surfaces of your teeth. Here’s a breakdown of the
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Dental care is an essential part of maintaining good health. However, visiting the dentist can be an overwhelming experience for many people, especially those who are neurodiverse. Neurodiversity is the natural variation in human brain function and development, which includes conditions such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, among others. At our dental office, we recognize
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In a normal, healthy mouth, saliva is ever-present. This fluid is such a mainstay that we often don’t think much about it. We may become more acutely aware of saliva when a certain smell causes us to produce more of the fluid. We may also notice when the mouth lacks adequate moisture. Beyond lubricating the
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When you brush your teeth twice a day as you’ve always heard you must, you inevitably expect to have fewer issues with cavities. If you experience a new bout with tooth decay now and then, you may up your game and start using an antibacterial mouthwash, fluoride toothpaste, and be more diligent about flossing and
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If you love your smile and want to keep enjoying its beauty, you’ve got to give it some love. If you’re one of the many people who aren’t completely happy with the way your teeth look, your smile is in need of even more TLC. The good news is that it’s possible to turn around
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Boy, oh, boy, has this past year been something! For a short time, necessary but basic dental and medical care were put on hold. While offices reopened throughout 2020, many people still feel a sense of hesitancy to return to their routine screenings. Dental exams and cleanings are a crucial aspect of lifelong oral health,
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People with loved ones affected by autism often have questions related to dental care. Dental exams and procedures can be frightening for anyone. For those with autism, not knowing what to expect can amplify the anxiety associated with seeing the dentist. This is as true for the adult with autism as it is for the
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When kids get cavities, we feel for them. When we get cavities as adults, we may worry and wonder why. We get questions like this from patients who brush twice a day as they’ve been taught and still struggle with some degree of tooth decay. Here, we discuss what could be happening and how you
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We’ve faced some harrowing months in our city, but our resilience is seeing us through. Since early Spring, we’ve seen cities close, open, and close again. The uncertainty has led many people to question the safety of seeing their dentist for regularly-scheduled appointments. Even now that medical and dental care facilities are resuming non-urgent services,
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