What’s a six letter word that nobody likes to talk about? Cancer. While most patients never expect to discuss cancer when they visit us, screening for oral cancer is an important component of the oral health care we provide. Last year over 53,000 Americans were diagnosed with oral cancer. While this number may seem small...Read More

Because her front teeth were overcrowding, Iryna began experiencing sensitivity in her teeth, which caused discomfort whenever she brushed her teeth. As the sensitivity increased, it even made her anxious about going to her upcoming teeth cleaning appointments. Besides suffering from sensitive teeth, Iryna had also wanted to cosmetically enhance her smile. While she already...Read More

You may not be impressed with your saliva. In fact, you’ve probably often heard of it referred to as plain spit. So what’s the big deal about your saliva? Plenty! Your saliva is actually your body’s unsung super-hero. Even when you’re sleeping, your saliva works hard to protect your mouth and your overall well-being. Before...Read More

What’s a chronic disease that affects most kids? It’s not short-term memory loss, but tooth decay. According to recent reports, just over 40% of kids will have tooth decay by the time they enter kindergarten. For kids between 6 to 11, over 21% will have a cavity on a permanent tooth. Fighting tooth decay is...Read More