Autumn is upon us – a beautiful time, filled with hot apple cider, pumpkin carving and, of course, pumpkin spiced lattes and other fall-flavored coffee. With the days getting shorter, many of us turn to coffee to keep our bodies awake and alert. One of the drawbacks of all this coffee, though, is that it… Read more »
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Knowing the Risk Factors for Gum Disease
As you get older, you are more likely to hear about gum disease from your dentist. But, do you really know what gum disease is? Or, what causes it? Periodontal (gum) disease is the inflammation of the tissues surrounding your teeth and, if left untreated, can progressively worsen, damaging your gums and promoting tooth loss…. Read more »
Back to School? What About Back to the Dentist?
It’s getting to be about that time. Commercials on TV, sales going on everywhere – it’s back-to-school season, a time when kids and adults alike prepare for the upcoming start of another year of education. Despite all of this work to get ready, many kids and adults are neglecting something in the process – their… Read more »
So, What Exactly Is a Root Canal?
Any time you visit the dentist you likely hear at least a few terms around that you may be familiar with but may not completely understand. One of those terms is “root canal,” and it involves one of the most common dental procedures performed. Let’s take a brief look at what exactly a root canal… Read more »