According to the Academy of Periodontology (AAP) three out of four Americans suffer from some form of gum disease – from mild cases of gingivitis, to the more severe form known as periodontitis. However, despite this prevalence, approximately only three percent seek treatment for their gum disease. With recent research indicating that gum disease may be [...]

We all want perfect teeth, but at what cost? There are certain procedures that can be performed that can completely change the way your mouth looks, but it’s going to cost you! Implants If you have a missing tooth and want the replacement to look very natural, an implant is your best bet. Implants can [...]

X-rays, and fillings, and crowns! Oh, my! If you have dental insurance then consider yourself fortunate. Nevertheless, do you know precisely what your dental insurance covers, and what it doesn’t? Alright, before we get started let’s talk UCR fees to reduce any confusion. Most dental insurance companies utilize a “Usual, Customary and Reasonable” (UCR) fee [...]

Do you love to Yelp a place to eat sushi, or a fancy spa? Well, reviews about restaurants or local hangouts are great on Yelp but finding dentist reviews isn’t always so great. The anonymous person actually writing a review about their dental experience is a patient. They have the viewpoint of a person sitting [...]

Dentistry has come a long way since Moe pulled out Curley’s tooth with a pair of pliers while Larry held Curley down. If this image of dentistry has kept you from getting the smile you want, then you will be happy to hear that dentists now have a variety of tools that they can use [...]

Manual or battery powered? Get your mind of out the gutter, I’m referring to toothbrushes! Today, types of toothbrushes range from manual to electric and even chewable. I was perfectly happy with a piece of wood and some horse hair, but there’s no stopping progress. So which type of toothbrush is right for you? Electric [...]

Imagine this for a second: you’re ready to go away for a much needed weekend getaway, it’s a Friday evening and you break a tooth. Who is open on a Friday evening and can you even still go away? Well, don’t panic, dentists are out there to help you, even if you’re deathly afraid of [...]

It can be easy to neglect your health by making poor decisions, especially during your hectic schedule and fast-paced lifestyle.  Caring for your teeth should be at the top of your priority list.  Aside from brushing and the “F-word” known as flossing, there are other ways in which you could be carelessly mistreating your pearly [...]