In order to determine if this symptom is a serious health concern, and not just because you have a simple gum irritation, please call and schedule an appointment with our office. Here are a few things you might need to know about your gums in the meantime: What Are...
Oral cancer screenings, unfortunately, are not very common, in fact, most people never have one! This is why oral cancer detection at an early stage is not very common, and also why we encourage our patients to have a screening as soon as possible. There are few, if...
An essential part of the teeth is the enamel. It is the protective tissue that covers and protects the crown. It is the strongest part of the tooth’s tissues. When the enamel is weak, the tooth suffers because the underlying tissues are weaker than the enamel....
According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 610,000 people die of heart disease in the United States each year. That’s about 1 in every 4 deaths and is the leading cause of death in both men and women. Coronary Heart Disease is the most common type and it...
Dental implants are designed and made with some of the strongest and best materials available. These materials are compatible with human tissue and are designed to withstand the heavy forces of chewing and biting down. It is rare for an implant to fracture or break....
There are basically 3 reasons why people “don’t” go to the dentist. They are: fear of the needle, fear of the expense and that the doctor won’t listen to them. Most dental websites focus on those things. The real question is: “Why do people go to the dentist?” Why...
