Don’t Like Flossing? Some tips to make it easier.

Don’t Like Flossing? Some tips to make it easier.

Well, the good news is you’re not alone. Most people have trouble with flossing, So I’d like to offer a few suggestions that  I’ve found over the years may help. If you don’t know how to floss properly, then yes, you can hurt yourself and traumatize your gums. Call and stop by or ask the…

"Give Back a Smile" Program Helps Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Abuse

"Give Back a Smile" Program Helps Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Abuse

I am proud to be  participating in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation’s (AACDCF) Give Back a Smile (GBAS) program geared to helping heal the effects of domestic violence endured by more than five million individuals each year in the U.S. and Canada. I am one of many volunteer dentists involved with GBAS,…

Bleachorexia: When to Call it Quits on Teeth Whitening

Bleachorexia: When to Call it Quits on Teeth Whitening

Bleachorexia, or as I like to call it, bleachomania, is what occurs when someone over-whitens their teeth. I liken it to body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), often but not limited to teenagers, where one is continually finding fault with their appearance. While most of us would like to have a brighter, whiter smile, especially around the…

Porcelain Veneers - The Best Thing I Ever Did!

Porcelain Veneers - The Best Thing I Ever Did!

I was thinking about this the other day and one of the best things I ever did (for myself that is) was to get porcelain veneers. My teeth were healthy, but discolored, retroclined (angled inward), worn down from grinding and had spaces between them. I already had orthodontic treatment to correct some of the spacing,…

Do Dental Services Come With a Warranty?

Do Dental Services Come With a Warranty?

You may be surprised…most of ours do. Occasionally people ask me half-jokingly if I offer a warranty on the dental work we perform. Obviously they weren’t aware that I actually do offer a limited warranty on all dental services we provide. After all…why wouldn’t I? You deserve it and I’m proud of the work my…

Afraid of the Dentist?  – Part 2

Afraid of the Dentist? – Part 2

In my earlier blog I outlined some of the reasons why people seem to be afraid of the dentist. Now it’s time to discuss what to do about it! Here are some strategies for coping with fear of the dentist that you may want to try. Some of these techniques can even be applied to…