We all know that regular dental exams and cleanings are the best way to protect your smile. Daily brushing and flossing aren’t always enough to prevent the damage done by tooth decay, gum disease, and other issues, so a regularly scheduled checkup and cleaning is the best way to remove the plaque and tartar that […]

Dental radiographs, more commonly referred to as dental X-rays, are images obtained using high-energy electromagnetic radiation. They’re used to get a peek inside a person’s body. Dental X-rays are a routine part of a comprehensive dental exam. Dentists use X-rays of your teeth and gums to diagnose problems that aren’t apparent during a visual examination. ` […]

Brushing and flossing are the best ways to prevent tooth decay, but sometimes it isn’t enough to keep your children from developing a cavity. Dentists often recommend dental sealants as an important part of caring for kids’ teeth.  Dental sealants have been shown to reduce the risk of tooth decay by nearly 80% in molars. The […]

What you eat has a big impact on your oral health. Some foods are good for your teeth, others not so much. Here are some of the foods that aren’t good for your teeth, and why. Sugary Foods and Tooth Decay Foods with lots of sugar in them can cause tooth decay. Try to avoid […]

Are you brushing your teeth the right way? You may not know it, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to brush your teeth. Brushing correctly ensures you get the maximum dental health benefits every time you brush your teeth. Brushing your teeth twice a day is important to maintaining your oral health. […]

Communities all over the U.S. add fluoride to their municipal water supply. Since it was introduced into community water supplies over 70 years ago, fluoridation has greatly improved the oral health of Americans. What Is Fluoride? Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that dissolves into both groundwater and the oceans. Almost all water contains some […]