Categories for Oral Health

Tooth Extraction Aftercare: the Dos & Don’ts

June 21, 2021 9:58 pm Published by

Tooth extractions are a pretty common part of dental care. Whether it's wisdom teeth or something else, many of us will have at least one extraction in our lifetime. Read our blog post where we go over the dos and don’ts to help you heal quickly after a tooth extraction.

What Happens When You Don’t Clean Your Tongue

June 14, 2021 9:35 pm Published by

You brush, you floss, and you visit the dentist for your routine visits, but do you floss your tongue? It might be time to add tongue cleaning to your regular dental care routine. Read our blog post where we let you know why it’s so important.

How Often Should You Floss?

June 7, 2021 8:46 pm Published by

If you aren’t flossing regularly, you’re leaving your teeth vulnerable to some serious dental issues, including decay and gum disease. Check out our blog post where we let you know how often you should be flossing and why it’s so important that you do.

What Is TMD & How Is It Treated?

May 26, 2021 5:49 pm Published by

You have two joints that connect your skull to your lower jaw. Like a hinge, these joints let you open and close your mouth. When these joints or the muscles around them aren’t working as they should, it’s called TMD or temporomandibular disorder. Read our blog post to learn what causes these problems and how we treat the disorder.

What to Expect When Getting a Root Canal

May 12, 2021 4:54 pm Published by

When a tooth becomes infected, it can’t heal on its own. You’ll experience symptoms like throbbing pain, sensitivity, swollen gums, and more. Root canals remove the infection, relieve your pain, and save your tooth! Check out our blog post to learn what you should expect during the root canal procedure.

How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Overall Health

April 20, 2021 7:10 pm Published by

Adequate, restful sleep is fundamental to your overall health. Yet one in fifteen people suffer from sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that causes breathing to start and stop sporadically. check out our blog post to see how sleep apnea can affect your health.

Why Do Dentists Prefer Composite Fillings?

April 14, 2021 6:40 pm Published by

Cavities, a very common dental issue, are small pockets of decay that develop in your teeth. When you have a cavity, the most common way to treat it is to receive a filling, which helps seal the hole created by the cavity to prevent the decay from spreading further. Read our blog post to find out why dentists prefer composite fillings.

Signs & Symptoms of Oral Cancer

April 7, 2021 6:02 pm Published by

Our office is committed to providing our patients with comprehensive oral healthcare services, including offering oral cancer screenings which are a simple yet potentially life saving procedure. Check out our blog post where we review the signs and symptoms of oral cancer and the procedure for an oral cancer screening.