Believe it or not, about 4 million people have braces in the United States. Though incredibly common, traditional braces are not the only option you have. Invisalign aligners offer a fantastic and discreet alternative to those troublesome metal brackets. They’re less painful, more comfortable, and easier to adjust to. But to get the best Invisalign […]

Oral health and diabetes are closely intertwined. It becomes much harder to maintain good oral health without carefully controlling the diabetes, and diabetes becomes harder to control when oral health isn’t a priority. Gum disease is just one oral health problem that is harder to avoid with diabetes. Blood Sugar and Oral Health We hear […]

One of the least enjoyable steps to getting braces, implants, or retainers is having an impression taken of your teeth. But what if there was a piece of technology that rendered this step unnecessary? Good news, because that’s exactly what the iTero Intraoral Scanner does! What Is An iTero Intraoral Scanner? The iTero intraoral scanner propels today’s dental practice […]

Routine professional dental cleanings by your dental hygienist include scaling, or the careful removal of plaque and tartar from around the gumline. Tartar in particular can only be removed at a professional cleaning, as brushing and flossing alone can’t do the trick. However, if you have symptoms of gum disease, your teeth may need an […]

MANY OF US HAVE TO deal with tooth loss as we get older, whether because of an injury, periodontal disease or tooth decay. What can we do when this happens to us? Fortunately, the field of prosthodontics (false teeth) has come a long way, giving us plenty of options for filling the gap back in. […]

WE DON’T SIMPLY clean teeth and fill cavities at our practice—we educate our patients! From the moment you walk through our door to the moment you schedule your next appointment, we’re prepared to guide you through each step of your visit. One topic we are often asked about is paying for your dental care. Restoring […]

RECENT STUDIES SHOW nearly half of all adults have some degree of gum disease. Although some periodontal treatments can be invasive or ineffective, The Perio Tray® by Perio Protect® is a simple treatment that reaches where your toothbrush, floss and mouthrinse can’t. Perio Protect Treats Gum Disease Between Visits Perio Protect is a comprehensive periodontal […]

Are you in the process of researching different types of dentures to see which one is right for you? We can help! Join us as we explain a few types of dentures and find out which one is the best for you. Types of dentures traditional/conventional complete full dentures partial dentures custom dentures immediate dentures […]

Finding a new dentist for you and your family is an important decision, and not one that should be taken lightly. After all, you’re not shopping for car insurance; we’re talking about a crucial contributing factor to your total health and wellness. Safe to say, it’s a big decision! So with that said, what are […]