These days, it seems like just about everything we grew up eating is bad for us in one way or another. Or, some things we thought were bad are now seen as good. But there is one constant among the changing effects diets have on our health - soda isn’t good for your teeth. It’s been proven to have negative... read more »
Never be afraid of seeking out new and exciting ways to improve your dental health as you age. Even though your teeth may begin to wear down and your jawbone may start to weaken and deteriorate, as long as you practice effective oral health care and hygiene routines and maintain a healthy smile, your oral health can stay strong for... read more »
Dental restorations that call for having a dental crown installed typically require two separate appointments. The first treatment session will involve removing the entire tooth enamel layer, leaving behind a small pillar of dentin, which is known as an abutment. This will eventually anchor your new crown into place. While our off-site dental lab technician works to prepare the crown,... read more »
Do you ever think about what you could do to deal with canker sores? Are you ever concerned about what might be causing these painful sores? Conversely, have you ever wondered if there could be something you should do to make canker sores more comfortable? Unfortunately, canker sores tend to be pretty common. However, these sores are not contagious and... read more »
As Halloween quickly approaches, it’s important to keep your smile in mind. If you don’t, there is a chance tooth decay and other dental issues can attack your teeth and gums and alter your oral health. So, to help you keep your smile healthy this Halloween, our Mark Andrews, D.D.S. team recommends doing the following things: -Brush your fangs: Make... read more »
As you probably know, your teeth are extremely important to the health of your mouth, but did you know that they’re also very important to the health of your body? You also know that your teeth play an important role in chewing and speaking. But, do you know what your teeth are made up of or what you could do... read more »
About 80% of American adults don't floss, which is an alarmingly high number. While your dentist likely reminds you to floss regularly, many people just don't. It does add a few minutes to your daily oral health regimen, but that time is negligible when you realize how much flossing benefits your overall health. Cleans where the brush can’t reach Floss’s... read more »
Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in America. While tooth loss has decreased steadily since 1970, it’s still a very serious issues. If you want to keep all of your teeth where they belong – inside your heard – and not have giant dental bills as a result of tooth replacement, then Dr. Mark Andrews recommends following... read more »
Did you know that exercising can actually help you keep up your oral health? For example, exercising regularly can even decrease your risk of getting periodontal disease—which is commonly referred to as gum disease. Sadly, if unaddressed, gum disease can lead to a wide variety of problems. For instance, did you know that gum disease can lead to bad breath,... read more »