• posted: Jun. 09, 2020
• root canal treatment

Bad news at your last dental visit: You have a decayed tooth. And not just in the enamel—the decay has invaded the tooth's inner pulp and the resulting infection Read More

• posted: May 30, 2020
• sedation dentistry

While pediatric dentistry has made great strides in making young patients’ dental visit experiences more relaxing, some children and teenagers still have difficulty with anxiety. Their anxiety in turn Read More

• posted: May 20, 2020
• celebrity smiles,  teeth grinding

The fast-paced world of sports and entertainment isn’t all glitz and glamour. These high-profile industries create a unique kind of emotional and mental stress on celebrities. For many of Read More

• posted: May 10, 2020
• cosmetic dentistry

There are ways you can look younger, including eating a better diet and getting physically fit. Cosmetic enhancements can also take years off your appearance. But while looking for a Read More

• posted: Apr. 30, 2020
• cosmetic dentistry,  smile design

Digital computer technology has made a big impact on cosmetic dentistry. We can now simulate on a monitor display of your face how your new smile will appear after Read More

• posted: Apr. 20, 2020
• porcelain veneers

Dental veneers—thin, life-like layers of porcelain bonded to teeth—can turn a so-so smile into a beautiful one. But most veneers have a distinct drawback: To make them look as Read More

• posted: Apr. 10, 2020
• celebrity smiles,  oral hygiene

Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals Read More

• posted: Mar. 31, 2020
• oral health

There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent Read More

• posted: Mar. 21, 2020
• tooth extractions

Dentists around the world routinely remove diseased or damaged teeth every day. While some extractions require surgery, many don't: Your family dentist can perform these simple extractions, usually with Read More

• posted: Mar. 11, 2020
• oral health

While a relatively minor health issue, cracked mouth corners (medically known as angular cheilitis) can certainly be irritating. Fortunately, you don't have to live with it—we can help reduce Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2020
• athletic mouthguard

If while watching a Seattle Seahawks game you thought you saw wide receiver D. K. Metcalf sucking on a “binky,” your eyes weren’t deceiving you. Well, sort of not—he’s Read More

• posted: Feb. 20, 2020
• oral health,  gum disease

It’s February and time for a little heart love. And not just the Valentine’s Day kind: February is also American Heart Month, when healthcare providers promote cardiovascular health. That Read More

• posted: Feb. 10, 2020
• oral hygiene

As a saying, “Necessity is the mother of invention” is no more appropriate than when you have something caught between your teeth. And humans, as inventive and creative as Read More

• posted: Jan. 31, 2020
• gum recession

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

• posted: Jan. 21, 2020
• mouthguards

Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Read More

• posted: Jan. 11, 2020
• oral cancer

While sports like football, basketball and soccer have exploded in popularity over the last few decades, many Americans still have a soft spot for the granddaddy of them all: Read More