Hard to believe that summer is moving along so quickly and the Back-to-School season will be here in no time. If you are like most people, the thought of going back to school conjures up images of new school supplies, and of a fresh start. What a wonderful time of year! We want your children to head back to school... read more »

The best decision regarding your treatment option can be made after a full mouth examination and any necessary tests or X-rays.  However, common options may include the following: Non-surgical treatments, such as scaling and root planing (a careful, deep cleaning of the root surfaces to remove plaque and bacterial toxins) with locally applied antibiotics, may be the most appropriate treatment... read more »

Did you know? Smiling Relieves Stress - Stress can really show up in our faces. Smiling helps to prevent you from looking tired, worn down, and overwhelmed. When you are stressed, take a deep breath and smile, now you will be able to handle the situation easier. Smiling Boosts Your Immune System - Smiling helps the immune system to work... read more »

Happy New Year to our patients and their families! With the start of a new year, many of you have dental benefits that have now renewed.  Many health plans provide two professional cleanings, annual X-rays, and examinations. If you have not scheduled your first appointment for 2021, please contact our office. We love to help our patients with their dental... read more »

Anxiety about a dental visit is not always caused by the idea of physical discomfort. Sometimes a busy schedule or misunderstood dental benefits can prevent someone from seeing the dentist. Do you need a later appointment? We have extended hours on Tuesday evenings to make it convenient for our patients' schedules. We also have years of experience with many different... read more »

Yes! When a person is stressed, they are likely to grind their teeth at night (this is called bruxism) which can wear down your teeth and cause problems. How do you know if you are doing this when you sleep? When you wake up in the morning or from a nap, do you have a headache, or does your jaw... read more »