October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »

If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »

When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »

When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

Root canal treatment is a beneficial way of restoring your tooth’s full health and function after severe decay and damage. You deserve the top-notch smile this treatment can give you! However, these pristine results are only achievable when you properly recover after treatment. The recovery period is essential when restoring your oral health! So, our dentist, Dr. Chad Howe, strongly... read more »

If you have questions about how to properly and effectively clean and care for your child’s teeth, gums and smile, then our dentist, Dr. Chad Howe, is happy to help you find the answers. It’s very important to do everything you can to keep your child’s smile in tip-top shape, so the more you know, the better. To help you... read more »

If you are suffering from bruxism, it can often be linked to underlying issues within your mouth that are causing you problems with your oral health. Because bruxism occurs when your grind or clench your teeth at night, in order to effectively treat it properly, you may need to make sure that appropriate oral appliances or preventative techniques can be... read more »

Have you ever heard of dental bonding? Dental bonding is a cosmetic dentistry procedure designed to improve the look of your teeth by applying materials directly to the surface of a tooth. With the dental bonding treatment, you can improve the look of your teeth as well as their ability to function properly in the future. Everything from stains and... read more »

If you have a cavity, you may feel sharp or throbbing tooth pain when you eat something hot, cold or sweet. While there can be several causes of tooth pain, tooth decay is the most common culprit. By learning now how to protect your smile from cavities, you can enjoy excellent oral health unmarred by tooth decay. Signs of tooth... read more »

The more you do to help keep your smile strong and safe, the safer your smile will actually be. It's a cause and effect relationship as the more you treat it and care for it, the more it will be cultivated. This includes making sure that you are eating the right foods. A healthy diet that is high in nutritious... read more »