Sometimes minor changes can occur in your dentition as you age. If two or more teeth in your bite pattern become misaligned, it can cause one to excessively grind on another. At first the change to the tooth enamel might be minor. Yet over the course of years it could cause an area of dental attrition capable of contributing to... read more »

Are you interested in learning more about the treatment steps involved in whitening your smile so that you can prepare for the upcoming cosmetic procedure? If so, our team is happy to provide a step-by-step explanation of our in-office teeth whitening treatment! Receiving in-office teeth whitening treatment is both simple and virtually painless, and can be achieved in just one... read more »

As the year gets ready to close its doors on another successful season, we implore you to take a moment to set forth a cavity prevention plan for the holidays to keep your smile safe. This doesn't mean eliminate every potential risk and hazard that can come your way that can damage your smile, but it does mean to exercise... read more »

If you want a strong and healthy smile, then you need to have a top-notch smile-cleaning technique. This means you need a proper and effective oral hygiene routine. To help you achieve the routine you need, our dentist, Dr. Mallory Charging, has some smile-cleaning advice for you, which is: -Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste as you brush. It’s... read more »

Are you tired of your bad breath? If so, our dental team doesn’t blame you. No one likes bad breath. Fortunately, there are many things that can help keep bad breath at bay, like brush twice a day, floss once a day, and rinse daily. There are even little dental secrets that can help you have even more success in... read more »

Since you have been a kid, brushing your teeth is something that you have done over and over again. You have heard the need to brush your teeth from your dentist and from your parents or other caregivers. You’ve brushed your teeth so many times that it’s become second nature, and there is nothing left to learn. You may be... read more »

Winter is coming, and that means that mouth sore season is coming too. But were you aware that there are many varieties of mouth sores? One kind of mouth sore is called the canker sore, and we’ve written a summary here for your learning benefit. Canker sores are tiny sores that develop inside of the mouth, normally on the cheeks... read more »

Do you want your teen to have the best oral health and smile possible? If so, our dentist, Dr. Mallory Charging, has some good news for you! There are things you can do to help your teen achieve that goal, and she is happy to tell you all about them. First, encourage your teen to cut back on soda. Soda... read more »

Did you know that over 10% of the population has diabetes? Diabetes can have a negative effect on your oral health, but our team is trained to deal with any conditions or issues that may arise due to diabetes. Not only can diabetes lead to oral health ailments, it can also delay any recoveries that you may need. However, the effects... read more »

As with many varieties of oral health care treatments, teeth whitening systems are designed to improve your smile. However, teeth whiteners focus less on your oral health and more on enhancing the visual aspects of your smile. With an effective tooth whitener, you can effectively combat deep stains and discolorations that alter the color of your teeth. For more information,... read more »