My Blog - General and Cosmetic Dentist

J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
posted: Mar. 13, 2020.

Whether she’s singing, dancing or acting, Jennifer Lopez is a performer who is known for giving it all she’s got. But during one show, Lopez recently admitted, she gave Read more
It's Best to Avoid This Online Trend for Your Enamel's Sake
posted: Mar. 03, 2020.

The Internet is truly amazing: It takes only a few seconds to tap into a vast store of knowledge to find information that once took people hours or days. Read more
3 Things You Should Do to Avoid Harm From Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 22, 2020.

In the world of movies and television, the lead actors get the lion’s share of the credit. In reality, though, there wouldn’t be much of a show without the Read more
Stop Bite Problems Early With Interceptive Orthodontics
posted: Feb. 12, 2020.

Every year many parents learn their “tweenager” or teenager needs their bite corrected, often with specialized orthodontics. Imagine, though, if these families could go back in time to when Read more
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Feb. 02, 2020.

You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting Read more
4 Common Causes for Gum Recession
posted: Jan. 23, 2020.

Your gums play an important role in dental function and health. Not only do they help anchor teeth in the jaw, the gums also protect tooth roots from disease. But Read more
Uncovering Early Gum Disease Through Periodontal Probing
posted: Jan. 13, 2020.

How do you know if you have periodontal (gum) disease? Sometimes your gums will tell you—when they’re red, swollen or bleed easily. But your gums can also look and feel Read more
Give Your Child Added Protection Against Cavities With Topical Fluoride
posted: Jan. 03, 2020.

Keeping your child’s teeth and gums healthy may sometimes seem like “one step forward, two steps back.” You do all the right things like daily brushing and flossing, and Read more
Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
posted: Dec. 24, 2019.

Celebrities’ controversial actions and opinions frequently spark fiery debates on social media. But actress Dakota Johnson lit a match to online platforms in a seemingly innocent way—through orthodontics. This summer Read more
You May Need Something Other Than Ointment to Clear up This Facial Rash
posted: Dec. 14, 2019.

During your latest dental cleaning and checkup, your dentist notices a skin rash around your mouth. You sigh—it’s been going on for some time. And every ointment you’ve tried Read more
How Implants Might Improve Bone Health With Dentures
posted: Dec. 04, 2019.

Think dental implants only replace individual teeth? Think again—this premier technology can also support other kinds of restorations to provide better stability and comfort. And, they also help improve Read more
Seek Coordinated Treatment If You Have Both TMD and Fibromyalgia
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that produces widespread pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. The pain, muscle spasms and tingling it causes can disrupt sleep, alter moods Read more
Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.

Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” Read more
Don't Panic Over Your Child's Teeth Grinding but Do Keep an Eye on It
posted: Nov. 04, 2019.

First the bad news: Those nightly hair-raising sounds are indeed coming from your child’s bedroom—from your child. It’s the result of them grinding their teeth while they sleep. But here’s Read more
Clean Your Implants Just Like Your Other Teeth
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.

You feel great about your new smile, thanks to dental implants! And you may also be feeling relief as the problems with your former teeth fade into the past. But Read more
It Takes Both You and Your Hygienist to Keep Your Smile Healthy and Beautiful
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.

To have a beautiful, healthy smile you’ll need to keep those pearly whites clean and plaque-free. Good dental hygiene, though, isn’t a solo act: It’s a duet best performed Read more