oral surgery

Are You Ready For Some…Tooth Loss?

Every year, more than 5 million teeth are knocked out in children and adults. Are they lost forever? With bowl season around the corner, always good to remind ourselves that traumatic dental injuries most often occur in accidents or sports-related injuries. But with proper emergency action, did you know that a tooth that has been […]

Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Did You Know?  All Impacted Wisdom Teeth are Not Created the Same   With Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner, this is a common time when many college students return home, and many of them take the opportunity when away from school to have their wisdome teeth removed. We thought therefore it would be a […]

Dentophobia?

  An estimated 20% of Americans experience enough anxiety that they will go the dentist only when absolutely necessary. The ‘Root’ Causes Here are the primary fears for patients that can cause them to delay or avoid seeking preventative and emergency dental care: 2/3 of patients relate their fear to a bad experience in the […]

It’s Pumpkin Spice Season!

  It’s Fall! So. Pumpkin Spice Everything… But is that Pumpkin Spice Latte Good for Your Teeth?   It’s finally Fall. Somewhat cooler weather, Halloween, Thanksgiving…and the arrival pumpkin spiced everything. With Fall comes the champion of all things pumpkin spiced…the pumpkin spice latte, whose annual arrival is treated as a singular event, a marking […]

Happy 4th of July!

Celebrating Independence!   This weekend marked the anniversary of the United States, and most Americans mark Independence Day with parades and elaborate fireworks displays, picnics, and barbecues. But here are some fun facts about our nation and it’s symbols that you may not know. – On this day in 1776, the Continental Congress approved the […]

Memorial Day

Remember Those Who Served. All Gave Some… Some Gave All.   Memorial Day is the unofficial beginning of summer. It signals for many longer days, BBQ, family time, and vacations. But what is the true meaning of this American holiday? Memorial Day represents one day of national awareness and reverence, a day to honor the […]

Happy Mother’s Day!

  “Thanks, Mom!” Happy Mother’s Day! Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring mothers, motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in the months of March or May. The celebration of Mother’s Day dates back to ancient times; but […]

Coffee Hack: Tips a (Healthier) Caffeine Fix

We love coffee. We seem to especially love it on well, Mondays! However, between mountains of whipped cream and caramel drizzles, it can be hard to stay away from too much sugar at coffee shops. But balance can be found at our favorite coffee chain. Here’s a few tips on how to order healthy coffee […]

Wisdom Teeth 101

Did You Know?  All Impacted Wisdom Teeth are Not Created the Same   Spring break is a common time when many college students briefly return home, and many of them take the opportunity when away from school to have their wisdom teeth removed. We thought therefore it would be a good time to have a […]

Dental Health & Immunity

Good dental hygiene not only impacts the health of your mouth, but impacts the health of your immune system and overall health. Poor oral health results in inflammation throughout the body—starting with just mild reaction in the gums. While in the short-term, inflammation is a healthy response, in the long term, it can damage the […]