Fish Oil Helps Fight Gum Disease

Eating even moderate amounts of omega 3 fatty acids, typically found in foods such as salmon and other fatty fish, may help ward off gum disease, new research suggests.Researchers divided nearly 9,200 adults aged 20 and up participating in the National Health and...

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Are Dental Amalgam’s (Silver Fillings) Safe?

December 15, 2010 Association supports continued amalgam regulation and research Gaithersburg, Md.—The Association commended an advisory panel’s call for continued research while offering support for the Food and Drug Administration’s current amalgam regulation....

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Why do your gum’s swell?

Top 7 Reasons Your Gum’s Swell Throughout your life, you may notice that your gums may sometimes get bigger from time to time.  There are many different reasons that your gums may be enlarged.  While it is widely known that if you don’t brush your teeth and floss...

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Teeth

Check out this interesting article from WebMD – a great source of information. Brace yourself: Sugar Isn’t the only dental villain. By Karen Springen WebMD Feature Reviewed by Alfred D. Wyatt Jr., DMD You use your teeth to talk, chew, and smile. But here are some...

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Lasers to Treat Gum Disease

Laser-assisted new attachment procedure (LANAP) Laser-assisted new attachment procedure (the LANAP protocol) is a patented therapy designed for the treatment of periodontitis through regeneration rather than resection. This therapy and the laser used to perform it...

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Soft Tissue Grafting Helps Save Teeth

This is a big thank you for the excellent gum graft you performed earlier this year. The procedure was painless, and the professional attitude of you and your staff to be sure I was comfortable during the procedure and as a follow-up was most appreciated. The...

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Are You Afraid of Going to The Dentist?

Sedation dentistry may be the best way to keep you comfortable and relaxed during treatment Commonly the first part of relieving anxiety is discussing your treatment options and developing a plan to meet your needs and desires. If necessary, we offer several levels...

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