RESPONSE TO COVID-19
In effort to control the spread of COVID-19 a Dry Hydrogen Peroxide (DHP) system has been installed in the office to reduce the percent of bacteria, viruses and mold in the air and on surfaces. This method has been proven in reduction of microbes in occupied spaces. DHP has been effective against every species of microbe on which it has been tested.
As concerns arise from how we prepare to fight this pandemic together within the community we are making changes within. We are advising patients to call when they arrive and wait in their cars until we are ready for them. This will diminish the number of people sitting in the waiting room and allows us to further disinfect the office adequately to keep everyone safe.
Restorative dental procedures such as cavity fillings, root canals, and custom crown restorations are essential to addressing major threats to your oral health. After all, your smile is constantly under the scrutiny of more factors than can be counted on two hands, and sometimes these problems persist until they have compromised entire structures. Still, however, preventive dentistry is considered the... read more »
Ensuring your smile is protected from harm means taking part in a thorough and well-rounded preventive dental routine. While this is often sufficient to fend off most threats, bear in mind, however, that it only takes falling short in your routine one time for infection and bacteria to set in, causing major complications down the line. As such, having a... read more »
Taking care of your teeth and other oral structures is a lifelong process, and one that certainly requires more effort than most individuals routinely put into it. Indeed, a well-rounded preventive routine should be able to address multiple aspects that contribute to your oral health so that you can avoid the effects of tooth decay, gum disease, and more. Still,... read more »
Whether you are aware of it or not, your smile is constantly on the defensive against a barrage of oral health threats and complications. Indeed, practices such as restorative dental treatment function as a necessary backup plan to the onset of concerns, and in many cases, allow for a patient to have their diseases or infected teeth treated so that... read more »
From a young age, your dentist and parental figures may have emphasized the importance of a well-rounded preventive dental routine, and how it is necessary to keep your smile healthy and happy. Indeed, seeking effective care sooner rather than later will certainly pave the way for a sturdier grin, but it is important to recognize that some conditions or experiences... read more »
Your teeth are constantly under the scrutiny of a barrage of oral threats. Indeed, factors can range from oral cancer to gum infection, to dental decay and just about anything else in-between. What’s more? Activities such as eating, sleeping, and even too much sun exposure can cause complications to arise, especially if you are not being conscious or aware. In... read more »
Regularly scheduled visits to your dentist are essential for maintaining good oral health. When you go in for your twice-yearly checkup and cleaning, your oral health care professional will thoroughly clean your teeth to minimize the chances of you developing cavities and gingivitis. They will also closely examine your mouth for signs of tooth decay and gum disease. While none... read more »
Losing a tooth during the course of your life, while certainly not favorable, can occur from time to time. Indeed, your treatment plan will vary depending on your unique needs, and your situation will continue to get worse the longer you wait. Because of this, our team recommends you come into our office for your next best steps as soon... read more »
You face the oral threats of a dangerous disease, infection, and so much more throughout the course of your life. What’s more? So many other factors contribute to this situation than you might have initially expected. Some of these can be as simple as minor chips and cracks, whereas others can be as obscure as grinding your teeth or developing... read more »
It goes without saying that most people would opt out of losing a natural tooth if they could avoid it, and the same can be said for your dentist. In fact, the last thing your dentist wants is for you to lose an oral structure to infection and damage, but there are situations in which it may be unavoidable. Indeed,... read more »
