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The Secret to Preventing Gum Disease - Control Bacterial Plaque
posted: Jun. 12, 2022.

Here’s a sobering statistic: you have a 50/50 chance over your lifetime for developing periodontal (gum) disease. And it’s much more serious than irritated gums: if not treated aggressively you Read more
What You Need to Know to Buy the Right Toothbrush
posted: Jun. 02, 2022.

If there’s one essential tool for protecting your dental health, it’s the humble toothbrush. The basic manual brush with a long, slender handle and short-bristled head is still effective when Read more
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 24, 2022.

Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read more
Diabetes Can Make Getting an Implant Difficult, But Not Impossible
posted: May 23, 2022.

Over 26 million Americans have diabetes, a systemic condition that interferes with maintaining safe levels of blood sugar in the bloodstream. Over time, diabetes can begin to interfere with other Read more
Three Signs You May Have Gingivitis
posted: May 17, 2022.

Gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums, is an early stage of gum disease. If you have gingivitis, it’s important to visit the doctor to get proper treatment, since home care Read more
Changes Coming in the Use of Antibiotics in Dentistry
posted: May 13, 2022.

In a little over a century, antibiotics have changed the face of healthcare. We no longer fear cholera, strep throat or even a small cut as our forebears did a Read more
Healthy Diet, Healthier Gums?
posted: May 10, 2022.

Since gum disease is one of the most common adult diseases, it’s no wonder the doctor and our team stress the importance of prevention. Effective brushing and flossing, regular dental Read more
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 03, 2022.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
4 Tips For More Enjoyable Eating With TMD
posted: May 03, 2022.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) isn't just painful, it can severely interfere with one of life's essentials—eating. For a person with TMD, an enjoyable meal with family and friends can turn Read more
Top Five Dental Myths
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read more
Although Not Dangerous, a Dry Socket After Surgical Extraction Can Be Painful
posted: Apr. 23, 2022.

Of the millions of teeth removed surgically each year, the vast majority of them have few if any complications. A small number of patients, however, do experience a particularly discomforting Read more
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
Cone Beam Imaging Adds New Benefits to X-Ray Diagnostics
posted: Apr. 13, 2022.

Your dental care wouldn’t be the same without the use of x-rays. Finding and treating tooth decay and other diseases early is a key part of maintaining good dental health, Read more
What is a crown?
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

the doctor and our team at Francesca Velasco hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Also Read more
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
Take Steps While Wearing Braces to Deter White Spot Formation on Your Teeth
posted: Apr. 03, 2022.

Correcting a poor bite not only creates a more attractive smile, but ultimately a healthier one too. But braces, a common way to correct bites, could put your teeth and Read more