Informative Dental Blogs

Let’s face it, some of our favorite foods leave us with some of the worst breath. We enjoy our garlic, onions and coffee, and the state they leave our breath is horrific but completely worth it. Just gargle a little bit of mouthwash & we’re good…right? What if I told you it’s all a myth, […]

For many people, dental problems start and end in the mouth – insufficient or improper brushing and flossing allows bacteria to build up in the mouth, causing tooth decay, gum disease, and eventual tooth loss. However, for other people, dental problems result from other major health issues. For example, patients with poorly controlled diabetes can […]

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is caused by the bacteria found in plaque, that sticky film that forms on the surface of your teeth. If the plaque isn’t removed by preforming proper oral care, such as brushing and flossing, it will invade the small spaces in-between your gums and teeth. If the plaque is […]

The ability of your dentist and hygienist to understand the position and general health of your teeth and jaws is paramount for your oral health. Having your x-rays taken may not be the thing you look forward to the most in your day, but here’s what you should know about x-rays. The Basics There are […]

Dental crown procedures are recommended to patients because of the too is weak and requires a bridge or a discolored tooth that cannot be fixed. It’s important that you take the time to do research on the pros and cons of each type, as well as ask your dentist to make a recommendation based on what […]

Because dental insurance doesn’t cover it all. Sadly, even those with dental insurance can be left hanging. The fact of the matter is, many dental services aren’t covered by insurance. But there’s good news: CareCredit can help you get the healthy smile you’ve always wanted with special financing options, whether you have insurance or not. So, when we recommend a […]

Regular teeth cleaning is an important of our daily routine. We clean our teeth to make them look good and in so that we can be confident in our smiles. Also, by regularly cleaning our teeth, we prevent oral bacterial infections that lead to complications in other parts of our body, such as the brain, […]

No one wants to hear bad news from the dentist, but gingivitis is one of those words a patient absolutely dreads hearing come out of their dentist’s mouth. We’ve all heard the word gingivitis, but how do we get it? Gingivitis is inflammation of the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth and is most commonly […]

A root canal in your tooth can become infected due to a cavity or fracture that allows in bacteria.  When a root canal becomes infected it can die.  At this point you will begin to feel pain and pressure in and around the infected tooth.  According to Dr. Gerald Middleton of Riverside, CA this is your first sign that you will need one […]

As parents, we want to give our children the world. Thankfully, we as parents have the good sense to restrict things we know aren’t good for them. Things become a bit trickier when it comes to things like Halloween. Ghosts, goblins and gooey sweets is the name of the game on this scary holiday. It […]

If you know anything, you know that proper dental care will prevent major dental issues from arising. One of these dental issues that can lead to more is gingivitis. According to the ADA, gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums, usually caused by a bacterial infection. Doesn’t seem so bad, right? The problem is, if left untreated, it […]

If there’s anything in our daily dental routine that we find a chore, it has to be flossing. So much so, when you go in for your regular dental checkup and cleaning, your dentist can actually tell when you have or haven’t been doing your due diligence. What you may fail to realize is that […]