Have your gums been bleeding more frequently after you brush and/or floss? If you’ve noticed this problem, and it happens more often than not, your body may be alerting you to a problem that is more serious than simply cleaning your teeth too vigorously. When plaque builds up on your teeth, its favorite place to reside is on the gumline—the... read more »

There is a common and dangerous gum condition that is called gum or periodontal disease, and this destructive oral health condition affects the majority of adults to varying degrees. While gum disease is mild in the beginning stages, the later stages can involve tooth loss, gum loss and bone loss. We encourage you to be proactive in treating any early... read more »

Your new dental crown represents the most effective method for repairing or restoring a significantly compromised tooth. While it will not be susceptible to demineralization and tooth decay, you will still need to brush it twice each day and floss around it at least once each day like the rest of your natural teeth.   If residual sugars, plaque buildup,... read more »

Is your dental flossing system being done to the best of your capability? You should try to floss your teeth daily to prevent food particles and bacteria from thriving in tough to reach spaces between your teeth. A typical flossing treatment should last at least 2-3 minutes. Your oral health services guide for dental floss features the following attributes: -... read more »