What can be done when the teeth are sensitive to temperature? Recently I have a few teeth that are sensitive to cold. What can I do to releave this discomfort? There are a few reasons as to why the teeth … Continued
What do you say when you talk to yourself?
If you say you are wonderful – can it happen? I believe so. When you talk to yourself what are you saying? Is it positive? Negative? What you think about you become. If you want your world around you to … Continued
Toothpaste – choices, choices
How do I choose a toothpaste? When I walk the Oral Care isle of the drug store or supermarket I am amazed at all the different toothpastes to choose from. Just like bath soap, kitchen cleaners etc. How does one decide … Continued
Dental Insurance
Dental Insurance is a money benefit Dental insurance isn't really insurance – money to cover the cost of a loss. Dental Insurance is a money benefit – that used to be a benefit provided by an employer- to help their … Continued
What is Periodontal Maintenance?
Periodontal Maintenance Therapy So you had to have a 'Deep Cleaning'. Your Dental Hygienist had to anesthetize (numb) your teeth and gums in order to remove calculus (tartar) below and above your gumline. There was also some diseased gum tissue … Continued
What Do Dental Hygienists Do?
Dental Hygienists are Preventive Specialists As part of patient care services, dental hygienists may: perform oral health care assessments that include reviewing patients' health history, dental charting, oral cancer screening, taking and recording blood pressure and oral periodontal disease evaluations. … Continued
It’s Time for Your Spring Cleaning!!!
Start off Spring with that Essential Cleaning!!! Perfect Dental Care for Uninsured Individuals: You get the same quality and care at our Private Practice Dental Hygiene office as you would at any other local dental office. We have a supervising … Continued
Bleeding Gums
"I always have bleeding gums when I clean my teeth" Many people seem to think this is 'ok', to have your gums bleed on a regular basis. Bleeding gums are a sign of gum disease. Let me give you an … Continued
Healthy Gums
What do Healthy Gums look like? Consider your gums' relationship to your teeth to that of a tree and grass. The grass must be kept healthy in order to maintain the dirt surrounding the roots of the tree. If the … Continued
Cancer and Gum Disease
Cancer treatment can lead to Gum Disease When the immune system is not functioning properly the body becomes susceptible to all kinds of infections and diseases. Cancer treatments, radiation and chemotherapy can effect the immune system. When this happens the … Continued