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5 Things You Do That Annoy Your Dental Hygienist

By ChrisadAugust 30, 2017Bloggum disease, tooth decay

Despite what some people seem to think, a hygienist’s greatest desire is not to scold patients. A dental hygienist’s greatest desire is to see healthy mouths free of tooth decay and dental disease.

What Is Toothpaste Made Of?

By ChrisadJuly 10, 2017Blog, Educationaldentist, gum disease, tooth decay

These days people are being more and more conscious of what’s in the food they eat and the products they buy. But do you know what your toothpaste is made of?

The Link Between Gum Disease & Heart Disease

By ChrisadMay 30, 2017Blog, Educationalgum disease

Recent studies have revealed that there is a strong correlation between gum disease and cardiovascular disease. Gum disease, which is referred to by dentists as periodontitis

Know Your Dental Specialties: Periodontist

By ChrisadMay 18, 2017Blogdental-implants, gum disease

A periodontist is a fully trained dentist who specializes in treating periodontal disease (advanced gum disease) and the placement of dental implants.

What Is a Deep Cleaning?

By ChrisadMay 8, 2017Blogdentist, gum disease

Most dental patients come into the office twice a year for a teeth cleaning. However, some patients are told that they need to get a deep cleaning instead, and that they need to see us more often than twice a year.

The Difference Between Cleanings, Deep Cleanings & Periodontal Maintenance

By ChrisadNovember 21, 2016Blog, Dental Conditions, Educational, Gum Disease/Periodontal Diseasegum disease

There is more than one type of dental procedure that may be casually referred to as a cleaning. For example, there is a regular cleaning & then there is what is referred to a deep cleaning. It’s important to understand that there is a big difference between these procedures & implications that each of these procedures have when it comes to your oral health.