Why You Should “Use It” and not “Lose It” The end of the year is approaching very fast, and we want to make sure that you maximize your insurance benefits and flexible spending plans for any unfinished dental treatments. Although our diagnosis and treatment is never dictated by the insurance coverage, our experience has shown [...]
Here's a Great Way to Get Your Smile Back! Just like your body, your car or even your house, your teeth are subject to wear and tear every day of your life. Chewing, grinding and overly aggressive brushing take their toll over the years so it can be said that your smile can “fade” – [...]
Preventing Gum Disease – How You Can Protect Your Health Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, can occur when bacteria build up between your gums and teeth. This can cause inflammation, not only in the mouth but also carried throughout the body. An early warning sign of gum disease is when your gums start to [...]
For some time, research has shown that gum disease is associated with several other diseases. First it was thought that bacteria were the factor that linked periodontal disease to other diseases in the body; however, more recent research demonstrates that inflammation may be responsible. Therefore, treating inflammation may not only help manage periodontal diseases but [...]
Will Nutrition Prevent Gum Disease? A recent German study has found that a healthy diet containing lots of fruits, vegetables (especially legumes), nuts and fish, and minimizing trans-fatty acids, sugar, dairy products and other animal protein helps protect your mouth against gum disease and other inflammatory diseases. The study worked with two groups – one [...]
How Safe is Amalgam Removal? More and more people consider mercury removal from their teeth, and for good reason. Mercury is one of the most toxic substances in the world and is a powerful poison that causes health hazards. Mercury vapor is continuously emitted from dental fillings, accumulates in the body over time and is [...]
Ozone Treatment for Gum Disease – Does it Work? According to the U.S. Surgeon General, 85% of adults will suffer from some form of gum disease in their lifetime. That’s quite a statistic. Given that gum disease is avoidable and easily treatable, that number is way too high. It is one of the most common medical complications [...]
Phase Contrast Microscopy and Your Dental Health Our practice has always stood at the forefront of developments that will improve our procedures and, at the same time, your dental health. As a holistic practice, we place priority on procedures that not only benefit your teeth and gums, but your entire body. Your overall health is [...]
Check Your Dental Benefits for 2019 Now Every health plan is different. Some plans have excellent dental benefits, others only give you partial benefits or not at all. Dental benefits in your health plan are important - the likelihood of having teeth or gum problems in the coming year is pretty great. Oral health is [...]
Why You Should Get Rid of Your Mercury Fillings Most people know “mercury amalgams” by the name “silver fillings.” While the use of mercury fillings have decreased by 30 percent over the last 10 years, the American Dental Association reports that there are still 122 million Americans with these types of fillings in their mouths. [...]
