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Patient Education

What to Consider when Getting a Dental Implant
Have you been considering a dental implant? If so, it is important to know what a dental implant is, what the benefits and risks of

Teeth Whitening Options: To Bleach or Not to Bleach?
A white smile is something most of us would like to have. There are a variety of ways to obtain one, but before deciding on one

Gum Disease May Be Linked to Lung Cancer
If having nice breath and a white smile was your only motivation for brushing and flossing your teeth, this new study may add an entirely new

My tooth is sensitive. Should I visit the dentist?
Tooth sensitivity can be painful—especially if it doesn’t seem to get better over time. Sometimes, we even try to ignore the pain in hopes it will get better without a visit

How can I tell if I have Oral Cancer?
Did you know that approximately 36,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year? Well, it’s true. And or almost 8,000 of those individuals,

How to reduce anxiety when visiting the dentist
A study published this month showed that one third of patients suffer from high anxiety before dental treatment! [a] You’d be surprised how many patients

What is the worst candy for your teeth?
Valentines Day is over but there is still that chocolate and candy lingering everywhere. If you’re like me and love a sweet treat on occasion,

What is growing in your toothbrush?
It’s true. All sorts of bathroom bacteria and germs — including intestinal and fecal — could be growing on your toothbrush! If you use a microscope, you
