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Receding Gums Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Let’s look

If you have ever suffered from a toothache, you know how excruciating the pain can be. Tooth pain is usually caused by irritation to the nerves in the roots of the teeth, although there

Taking care of your oral health involves a daily regimen of brushing, flossing, and rinsing to prevent tooth decay and bacterial infections. Though you may have asked us which toothbrush to use, few patients

Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is best known as a sexually transmitted infection. In the United States, HPV is the most common sexually transmitted disease, with 79 million Americans currently infected, according to the Centers

At Our office, we encourage our patients to practice good oral hygiene between office visits. Part of that process includes flossing, which is the process of cleaning between the teeth to remove food and

Many of our patients play sports, and with school year start just around the corner, it’s a great time to remind all of you to take care of your mouth while participating in sports.

If you’ve noticed your teeth are starting to feel more sensitive than usual, you might also start avoiding foods and drinks that seem to cause discomfort. For example, a hot cup of coffee or

Surprising Causes of Bad Breath and How to Fix it Bad breath can be caused by many things from poor diet to stress at work, even talking too much can contribute to odor! The

Fluoride vs Xylitol Fluoride Fluoride is a compound that contains fluorine, a natural element. Using small amounts of fluoride on a regular basis can help prevent tooth decay. Fluoride inhibits loss of minerals from