February 2026

A smile just isn't a smile if it's incomplete. Missing teeth cause a host of problems, from difficulty speaking and eating to low self-confidence to jawbone deterioration. Don't give up on your smile. Advances in dental materials and technology have made full and

Introduction to Diabetes and Its Impact on Dental Health 25.8 million children and adults in the United States – 8.3% of the population – have diabetes. And not too far behind those 25.8 million are the estimated 79 million Americans with

Understanding Gum Recession Progressive change can be difficult to notice, especially when it occurs to us and not someone else. Changes occurring along our gum line certainly fall into this category, and since recession is measured in millimeters it's especially easy

When Will Baby's Teeth Arrive A Guide Understanding Teething in Babies Before your little one can talk, it’s a guessing game to figure out what may be causing them pain or discomfort. But if they’re drooling, nibbling on hands or toys, or seem

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ or TMD) The temporomandibular joint attaching the jawbone to the skull is the most used in the human body. It allows the mouth to open and close for eating, speaking, chewing, breathing, and laughing. It can move

Understanding Tooth Decay: Five Stages Explained Did you know there are five distinct stages of tooth decay? And, that in the first stage of decay, you can actually take steps to reverse the progression of the disease? Indeed, it’s true. In

The Perfect Road Map For Your Child's Oral Health On July 3rd, 1806, two years into their journey to chart the unchartered west of America, pioneer explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark reached a challenge of epic proportion – the Rocky

With regular dental care and some luck, you may never be a candidate for a dental implant Knowing about them ahead of time will help inform your decision should the need ever arise. So, what are implants, how do they work,

Do you experience headaches upon waking and have trouble shaking that sleepy feeling during the day? Maybe you doze off during meetings or while watching TV? You may suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous condition that diminishes restful slumber

Preventing Tooth Decay in Children There’s more to preventing tooth decay than just hiding the candy bowl. And it’s important to remember that even though baby teeth will fall out someday, protecting them is very important! Best Practices for Dental Health Below is a