Are you contemplating adding fluoride mouthwash to your oral hygiene routine? If so, you’re on the right track toward a top-notch smile and oral health! No matter what rinse you use, make sure it has been approved by the American Dental Association. Our dentist, Dr. Melissa Maus, encourages you to use fluoride mouthwash because it can strengthen your tooth enamel... read more »

Did you know there are little oral hygiene tricks you can use to improve your oral hygiene routine? Well, it’s true. We call these oral hygiene secrets. If you use these secrets, you can have the proper, effective, and successful smile-cleaning routine you need to prevent dental issues and keep your oral health in tip-top shape! Our dentist, Dr. Melissa... read more »

As you grow older it’s possible of the alignment of your teeth to gradually change. This is even more likely to be an issue if you previously struggled with chronic periodontal disease or you lost a tooth. If the alignment problem is allowed to persist, various teeth in your bite pattern can be left at increasing risk of suffering from... read more »

When plaque begins to build up over time in your mouth, it can begin to convert substances such as sugars into harmful acids that can chew through tooth enamel. When the harmful acids eat completely through the tooth enamel, a hole forms, called a cavity. Fight cavities with these spectacular treatments: -- Maintain a healthy diet that includes phosphorus and... read more »

When you get a hole in your tooth, it is called a cavity. Oftentimes, cavities are caused by harmful acids created from the bacteria in plaque. With better oral hygiene, plaque can be washed away and not given a chance to flourish and damage our precious teeth. You can make a good smile great by keeping it cavity-free with these... read more »

Are your taking care of your smile? Have you set any goals for the new year in terms of your oral health care treatment? The more that you do to keep your smile happy and healthy, the longer your teeth and gums can serve you effectively. Oftentimes, we do not employ flossing treatments enough or with the proper effectiveness. Floss... read more »

As humans, we tend to be very hard on our teeth. Everything from what we eat, to the grinding of our teeth in our sleep can easily damage or wear down even the strongest of smiles. Although brushing twice daily and flossing daily is important to achieve a healthier and cleaner smile, it may not be enough to ensure our... read more »

Do you want a strong, healthy, and beautiful smile this Christmas? If so, there are things you need to do to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape. Those things are: -Get a professional dental cleaning: It’s vital to get a dental cleaning every six months, so if you’re due for your checkup, it’s best to schedule it soon.... read more »

Growing up means more than just learning to drive, or taking a job to pay for expenses. The skills we have learned throughout our childhood, now become our responsibility to fine-tune, hone, and enhance, for optimum results. Skills like oral hygiene now take on new dynamics beyond brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash. Many environmental and social factors now also come... read more »