By now, many of you may have heard the news: according to the associated press, flossing hasn’t actually been scientifically proven to help prevent tooth decay. Don’t throw out your floss just yet, though– the story is more complicated than it seems! Do We...
I sometimes get asked the question of how much the tooth fairy leaves children this day and age. Well since all dentist personally know the tooth fairy, I decided to ask her that very question over a cup of milk. The Tooth Fairy said that the calculation is very...
What is gum disease As bacteria sit on the tooth, the gum fills with blood. Within just a few days the gums grow blood vessels to send immune cells into the site. This is called gingivitis. During gingivitis, you man notice bleeding during flossing or brushing, and...
I often get the question which toothbrush I recommend. My opinion is that all toothbrushes are about the same. Any toothbrush used appropriately is a good brush. Just make sure the bristles are soft or ultra-soft. The harsher brushes can rip your gums and...
Many times in our dental office I have been asked by patients if instead of doing a deep cleaning I could just do a simple cleaning. I have been asked if a patient could sign a waiver stating they will not hot hold the office responsible if we do a simple cleaning...
Many times throughout the day, I get asked about sequence of brushing and flossing. Hope the following clears things up. I tell my patients to brush twice a day and floss just once. This is the minimum requirement. If you can do more, especially after a meal,...