April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about this often overlooked but serious health issue.

Welcome to a brand-new year full of opportunities for change and growth! One of the easiest resolutions you can be sure to keep, and one that will keep you healthy and confident, is to focus on improving your oral health! Whether you could use some improvements in your at-home care, or just need to finally take the plunge and get your overdue dental treatments complete, dentistry can have a truly life changing impact on your life.

As the winter chill sets in, you may have noticed an unwelcome sensation—your teeth hurting. If you've ever wondered why the colder months seem to bring dental discomfort, you're not alone. In this short blog post, we'll explore the reasons behind winter tooth sensitivity and offer quick tips to keep your smile pain-free.

As the hustle and bustle of the busy season begins to wind down, it's essential to prioritize self-care, including your oral health. In this dental blog post, let's explore ways to give your smile the attention it deserves as you transition from a hectic period to a more relaxed and balanced routine.

Halloween is a time for spooky fun, costumes, and indulging in sweet treats. However, it can also be a potential nightmare for your dental health. The abundance of candies and sugary snacks during this holiday can lead to toothaches, cavities, and other dental issues. But fear not! With our Halloween survival guide, you can enjoy the festivities while safeguarding your teeth.

Fluoride Mouth Rinse vs. Antibacterial Mouthwash: Understanding the Difference

Back-to-school physical? Scheduled. New clothes and shoes? Bought. But don't forget about your children's teeth! It may be tempting while you're squeezing in every last minute of summer fun in Door County to skip their summer dental appointment, but it's every bit as important as a yearly physical.

Preventive care doesn’t just happen at the dentist. In fact, at-home oral hygiene is an extremely important part of maintaining a healthy mouth. So here are a few tips and steps you should take to maintain good oral hygiene at home.

Do I Need to Wear a Night guard?

A nightguard is a mouthguard that you wear at night while sleeping that protects against damage & discomfort caused by teeth grinding or clenching.

Known as bruxism to dentists, teeth clenching & grinding is an unconscious behavior experienced by both children & adults. Because it often happens when you’re asleep, many patients are unaware that they have bruxism until they learn about the symptoms or the dentist notices damage.

February is National Gum Disease Awareness Month!

What is Gum Disease?

The early stage of gum disease is also known as gingivitis. Since gingivitis is generally painless, the first symptoms of a problem are inflammation, tenderness, redness, continual bad breath, or a little blood when brushing and flossing. The good news is that catching gum disease at this stage means there is an opportunity to reverse the damage.

Your dental health is an important part of your overall wellness, and the New Year is a great time to design resolutions for establishing healthy habits. Whether it’s improving toothbrushing habits or completing dental treatment, wellness resolutions are ALWAYS in season and the benefits of setting goals can be rewarding and motivating. Remember to make resolutions attainable by taking baby steps to achieve them.

It’s important to be proactive about your oral health all year-round, and not just during the holidays. Practicing good dental care is important not only for maintaining a healthy mouth, but for your overall wellness and quality of life, too. Regular visits to your dental health professional and keeping good habits can help you achieve this.

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Dental implants are the closest thing to your natural teeth. Implants can eliminate the need for removable partials or complete dentures, as well as provide support and stability for dental appliances if needed. Our dentist surgically places dental implants into the upper or lower jaw bone and the result is strong, stable, durable teeth that can last for many years.

Your oral health goes beyond just teeth. Gums play a big part in a healthy and beautiful smile.

It is the gums that hold the teeth together in the perfect way and protect them by providing armor underneath. Even when your teeth are disease-free, you need to constantly care for gums for long-lasting teeth.

A dental emergency is defined as an issue that requires immediate care. These can range from pain, swelling, and abscesses to fractured, lost, or chipped teeth due to trauma.

According to the National Institutes of Health, the most prevalent health condition after the common cold is tooth decay. It’s more than likely that if you haven’t already had a cavity, you will develop at least one in your lifetime. So, how do you know if you have a cavity?

Fear not, because we’ve got you covered with this handy FAQ (frequently asked questions) guide. We’ll keep it simple with some easy dos and don’ts of brushing. Let’s get to it!

The month of April has been dedicated oral cancer awareness month. This deadly form of cancer claims ONE life an hour in the US alone and has a 50% mortality rate five years beyond diagnosis. With statistics like these, it’s no wonder that medical professionals and researchers are dedicated to raising awareness.