We all know that eating our fruits and veggies, keeping fit, getting enough sleep and not smoking will help us live longer. But there are some other simple ways you can add years to your life. Part 2 – Flossing Daily Although there is some debate, it appears that daily flossing decreases low-grade inflammation, which […]

We all know that eating our fruits and veggies, keeping fit, getting enough sleep and not smoking will help us live longer. But there are some other simple ways you can add years to your life.  Part 1 Of Our 4 Part Series: Smiling  Smile Big & Wide Smiling big and wide is related to living […]

Why a sinus lift? The most common reason for a sinus lift is to prepare the premolar/molar site for dental implant placement. Additionally, a sinus lift is completed when there isn’t enough bone to place an implant without possibly violating the sinus. So the sinus lift increases the amount of bone in the premolar and/or […]

Why is post operative care necessary? Post operative care are best practice instructions given to patients to properly tend wounds after a surgical procedure. Preferably, this begins immediately following surgery. Also, post operative care reduces risk of problems after surgery and supports the recovery process. What can patients expect? Initially, it’s important to prepare for […]

Do I really need to use dental floss? Dental floss. I don’t like to floss. I don’t have time to floss. Because most people have a resistance to flossing. There is, also, confusion as to how important flossing is and when to, actually, do it. If you don’t floss or don’t do it regularly enough, […]

Gum pain can be a sign of irritation, infection, or injury to the gums and teeth. It can often be a temporary symptom, but other times a person may require dental treatment to prevent further health complications. Gum pain can range from a minor irritation to severe and debilitating. Some potential causes of gum pain […]