People with periodontal disease and a severe form of  rheumatoid arthritis experienced reduced arthritic pain and a reduced number of swollen joints and degree of morning stiffness when their dental problems were  resolved, according to a study published in the April issue of Journal of Periodontology. Patients who received  periodontal… Read More…

Yes, it is sometimes true under ideal conditions. Although, there are risk, such as increase rate of failure and increase bone loss around the implants. The safest way is to place the implant first , wait 3 months, then place the teeth.

In ACT fluoride rinse, the amount of fluoride is not strong enough to be very effective. And with a rinse, the exposure time to fluoride is not long enough for teeth to absorb the benefits of  fluoride. So what do I recommend……stay tuned for future blogs!!

Jaw clicking and/or popping when opening or closing is not normal. Even though you may not have pain now, this condition could worsen to a point where pain starts or you could develop an arthritic condition in the jaw joint. As this process worsens you will  not be able to… Read More…

One of the worse dental habits you can do is clenching and grinding of your teeth. So many problems arise from this habit. Gum recession, broken teeth, TMJ pain, headaches, migraines, spacing between teeth and periodontal problems are to name a few. The problem is, this habit can not be… Read More…

The best time to brush is just before you go to bed at night and when you first wake up in the morning. During the night our saliva flow almost shuts down. Saliva has natural antibacterial and anti-plaque agents in it which work all day long to decrease the risk… Read More…

Did you know that wearing braces can help and relieve TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint) pain. TMJ pain is often related to a bad bite. Correcting the bite often alleviates headaches, popping and clicking of the jaw joint. If this sounds like you, contact us for a consultation.

Some times I get new patients that have been so traumatized by past dental experiences they literally start crying just talking to them. For these severe phobias, I often recommend a mild sedative before their first appointment.  I usually use  Ativan, Valium or Halcion. After taking this little pill 1… Read More…

Teeth that are badly stained, shaped or crooked may be improved by a veneer placed on the surface of the affected teeth. Porcelain veneers are thin pieces of porcelain cemented over the front of your teeth to change their color or shape. Veneers are used on teeth with uneven surfaces… Read More…

Whitening procedures have effectively restored the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth. The darker tissue of your teeth, the dentin, can become exposed as the outer layer of enamel is worn away by the effects of aging or things like caffeine and tobacco. Food particles are naturally… Read More…