Quick Tip to Reduce Cavities by As Much As 70%!

Sealants are clear or white plastic coatings that are applied to the surface of the permanent teeth.  If you have ever noticed, your teeth are not flat, they have pits and grooves.  These pits are more susceptible to bacteria causing …

Infection Control

Everyone is very worried about infection control and sterilization procedures in the dental office. I don’t blame you! Every time I go to the hospital to visit someone, I won’t touch a doorknob or an elevator button. The infection control …

X-Rays Necessary, But Radiation Not So Much

Are X-rays necessary? Are X-rays safe? These are the questions I get everyday. Dental x-rays are necessary for accurate diagnosis of many dental conditions. They allow me to see decay between the teeth (even though some patients call me superman …

Oral and Facial Piercing

Piercings can be beautiful, as seen by my patient. There may be some drawbacks to having this type of jewelry. Many of my patients come in with broken and chipped teeth. If you already have oral piercings please try not …