Dental Implant Misconceptions

Dental Implant Misconceptions

One of the earliest tooth replacement methods was discovered by an archaeologist in Honduras in 1931. Lodged in the mandible of a Mayan woman from 600 years ago was a tooth-shaped seashell that had been inserted into the bone. Luckily for anyone who has experienced...
Smile More — It’s Good For You!

Smile More — It’s Good For You!

Common sense tells us that we smile because we’re happy. Maybe we see a particularly fluffy dog on the internet, or our good friend tells a joke and before we know it, our lips part and we’re letting our smile shine. But could it also work the other way around?...
Acid Reflux and Your Teeth

Acid Reflux and Your Teeth

Gastroesophageal acid reflux disease or GERD can not only be painful, it can put your oral health at risk. GERD occurs when there is an overabundance of stomach acid and some of it travels back into your esophagus, irritating the lining of your stomach. Acid reflux is...