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Guard Those Gums

More than half of adult Americans have gum disease. Poor nutrition caused much of it, with neglect contributing a share. Gum disease has been linked to heart disease. Doctors suggest that bacteria from diseased gums moves into the blood and then to the heart, causing heart attacks [...]

By |2012-03-06T08:00:17-08:00March 6, 2012|Periodontal Dentistry|Comments Off on Guard Those Gums

Lend Baby Teeth a Hand

Here today...gone too soon. Don’t neglect baby teeth because the health of their replacements is right beneath the surface. Caring for your child’s baby teeth lays a foundation for a lifetime of oral health, so teach good dental hygiene habits while the child is very young. Before [...]

By |2012-02-21T08:00:52-08:00February 21, 2012|Patient Education|Comments Off on Lend Baby Teeth a Hand

In Case of A Dental Emergency!

Toothache Rinse mouth vigorously with cool water. Floss to remove food that might be trapped between teeth. DON’T use heat or place aspirin ON the aching tooth or gum. Call us as soon as possible. Broken Fillings Gently rinse your mouth with lukewarm water to remove debris. [...]

By |2012-02-14T08:00:57-08:00February 14, 2012|Patient Education|Comments Off on In Case of A Dental Emergency!

Your Mouth and Gum Disease

“A Family Affair” Think of the great things you’ve passed along to your kids: sense of humor, charm, style, wit—why, the list could go on and on of course! Unfortunately, some of the things that get passed from parent to child aren’t that great. One is a [...]

By |2012-02-07T08:00:19-08:00February 7, 2012|Periodontal Dentistry|Comments Off on Your Mouth and Gum Disease