Valentine’s Day is almost here! Whether you have a romantic date planned, a cocktail party for singles, or you intend to spend the evening with some littler valentines, you probably want to look your very best. Nothing makes you glow more than a confident smile,…

If you’ve made the decision to get a dental implant, you may be experiencing some apprehension about the upcoming procedure. What will happen? Will it hurt? How long will it take to heal afterward? Take a deep breath – getting a dental implant is a…

Most people understand that taking great care of your mouth is important—you want a beautiful smile, healthy gums, and cavity-free teeth for life and you want to avoid gum disease, decay, and tooth loss. However, keeping your mouth healthy and well isn’t just important for…

Wait! Before you brush your teeth tonight, take a good look at your toothbrush. Is it time to put it out to pasture? Unlike shoes, jeans, and underpants, toothbrushes don’t always show the evidence of needing to be replaced. Here are a few ways to…

Each year, 200 dentists and over 1,000 volunteers open a large-scale dental clinic for two days. Their mission? To provide approximately 1,500 patients with free dental care, no questions asked. For many of these people, the care received is life-changing. It might mean greater self-confidence,…

Nothing makes a smile more radiant than a row of pearly whites. But with so many choices for whitening available, it can be difficult to decide the best way to go. Should you try using whitening toothpaste, by far the least expensive method? Or try…

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a complex joint that combines both a hinge and sliding motion. The movement in this joint is usually smooth, thanks to cartilage that covers the parts of the bone that interact with each other. There is also a shockabsorbing disk…

Laser periodontal therapy is a fantastic option for treating periodontal disease in dental patients. Its precision and accuracy, combined with reduced bleeding and swelling (compared to traditional treatment options) make it a safe and effective choice for most patients. In addition, recovery time is generally…

Laser dentistry can provide a very effective means for performing common dental procedures. It also happens to be incredibly safe. More and more dental practices are incorporating laser dentistry and it’s easy to see why—the benefits speak for themselves. Here are five benefits to consider…