A preventive program is a cooperative effort by the patient, dentist, and dental staff to preserve the natural dentition and supporting structures by preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions. Preventing dental disease starts at home …

Whether you are an athlete or a casual sports participant, you should wear a mouth guard to protect your teeth. If you grind or clench your teeth while you sleep, a bite guard will help reduce related symptoms of  Temporomandibular …

A beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime is our ultimate goal when treating patients. Your personal home care plays an important role in achieving that goal. Your personal home care starts by eating balanced meals, reducing the number of …

A sealant is a thin, plastic coating applied to the chewing surface of molars, premolars (back teeth) and any deep grooves (called pits and fissures) of teeth. More than 90% of dental decay begins in these deep grooves. Teeth with …

Fluoride is the most effective agent available to help prevent tooth decay. It is a mineral that is naturally present in varying amounts in almost all foods, bottled beveragas, and water supplies. The benefits of fluoride have been well known …

Digital radiography (digital x-ray) is the latest technology used to take dental x-rays. This technique uses a comfortable, thin phosphorus coated wafer (instead of x-ray film) that captures and stores the digital image on a computer. This image can be instantly …

Dental Exam A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by our staff for every new patient. At your initial dental visit, your initial oral examination will include; diagnostic x-rays, oral cancer screening/exam, visual examination of teeth and the gums, charting, …