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Brushing With Babies

Too often, parents fail to see the importance of taking care of their children’s “baby” teeth because they think of them as temporary.  This lack of attention can lead to rampant decay, infections and pain.  Follow these guidelines to keep those little chompers healthy. A Gummy Smile Even before their tiny little teeth come in, Read More

Plaque HD Toothpaste

I’m excited to announce that I am officially affiliated with PlaqueHD. Everyday, my goal with patients is to help them remove more plaque at home before it has a chance to harden up into tartar. Let me say it this way – I want to pick on people LESS!  I am in the field of prevention… Read More

Let’s Talk Calculus

  Sorry to all the math nerds out there that thought I was going to discuss differential equations… I’m here to tell you all about dental calculus, otherwise known as tartar.  With a better understanding of this stubborn substance, you will be able to keep it to a minimum and avoid the problems that it can Read More

Your Temporary Crown

If your dentist can’t make your new crown in a single visit, you will be fitted with a temporary one until your next “seat” appointment.  As you can imagine, this short term fix is in fact temporary space maintainer of sorts and not meant to last a long time so it should be treated as such. Follow these instructions and Read More

Why Do I Need Dental X-Rays?

In most some medical situations, diagnostic films are taken when you have symptoms.  Examples would include suspected broken bones after an accident, mysterious painful spots in your abdomen, and lumps or bumps that need to be identified.  On the other hand, there are times when you are simply trying to be preventive and find abnormalities before Read More

What Is Your Hygienist Thinking? (The positive side)

    I realize having your teeth cleaned may not be your favorite thing in the world.  However, there’s more good than bad when you stick to a schedule.  Removing plaque and tartar regularly will help prevent disease and getting x-rays and exams helps reduce future time and cost at the office. Hygienists like me are here Read More