Did you know that chewing sugarless gum can help improve your oral health? Although chewing gum is often linked to oral health ailments such as TMJ disorders and dental damage that can arise from continually wearing down your jaw, the truth is that sugarless gum is actually very beneficial for your teeth and gums as well. This is because it... read more »

How do you know when you have a cavity, especially when it is just starting? To help you overcome this problem, we will explain how you can identify a forming cavity. First, what is a cavity exactly? The simplest description is a hole or depression in your teeth. These holes are formed by acids that bacteria generate when they devour... read more »

In between dental cleanings and exams, your daily oral hygiene care can make or break a healthy smile. Since bacteria thrive in the mouth, you need to clean every day to keep them from building up between teeth and along the gum line. A clean mouth starts with daily brushing and flossing to remove harmful dental plaque. Plaque develops as... read more »

Even though your child’s baby teeth are eventually lost and replaced with permanent teeth, they are still very important. This is why Dr. Michael Gardner and our dental team strongly encourage you to take good care of your child’s teeth as much as possible. To help you do so, we have some helpful tips and information. First, it’s important to... read more »