How is a biological dentist different from a traditional dentist? The difference between the two dental professionals depends on their approach to addressing a specific dental problem. While a traditional dentist would propose a treatment that seeks to resolve the symptoms of the dental problem, without necessarily considering its origin or the implications of the …

When it comes to choosing a filling material to restore a broken or decayed tooth, many people prefer the virtually undetectable, tooth-colored composite fillings and other white, non-metal fillings over the traditional silver fillings. While aesthetics is an important consideration, you should also think about the biocompatibility of the material. Most dental filling materials contain …

Your mouth is filled with microorganisms or bacteria, some of which are beneficial and aid in food digestion and protect your teeth and gums from harmful bacteria. The harmful bacteria, on the other hand, is responsible for nearly every oral health concern, including gum disease, cavities, and bad breath. There are natural ways to improve …

This year our office has been selected as a drop-off site for Toys for Tots Program – a national program to collect, new, unwrapped toys and deliver them to the less fortunate. Drop off your toy donations at our office Monday-Thursday anytime between 7:30am and 4:30pm. LAST DAY is December 7th. Drop-off Location: 1000 Newbury …

Periodontitis is a disease that many want to learn about. Please note this is a brief overview. Periodontal Disease occurs when inflammatory diseases affect the gums and tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth. If periodontitis is not treated in the proper time and manner, infections around the teeth can occur that will lead to erosion …

It sounds bizarre and perhaps borderline insane, but charcoal actually has the possibility of whitening teeth. Here’s the catch: it’s not the charcoal you may be thinking of, it’s called activated charcoal – a specific kind of charcoal that has been “activated” by the usage of certain gasses. These gasses make the charcoal pure and …

Most of us are aware that medications we take come with side effects. However, most of us are probably unaware that the medications we take may also be interfering with our oral health. Oral Side Effects of Certain Medications Saliva Production Decrease Many medications have the potential to decrease the amount of saliva our body …

       An eight-part course that will either positively change, or save your life! Starting Monday September 11th. Are you feeling energetic, alive and alert? Has your health been optimal and vibrant? If not, there’s a possibility that you may be unconsciously sabotaging your well-being. Our Healthy Mind, Healthy Body class is an eight-part …

Have you ever woken up in the morning and realized you’ve got bad-smelling breath? Do you find that you sometimes have trouble making it go away? For many people, morning breath isn’t just an unfortunate side effect of a good night’s sleep. Chronic bad breath can last throughout the day and leave your friends and …

Perhaps you’ve read on your very own toothpaste: “Tartar control” or “Reduces plaque”. We’re betting you looked at this and subconsciously concluded that it sounded like a positive benefit. We’re also betting that you had no idea as to what these terms even meant (if you did then brownie points for you!). Surprisingly, plaque and …