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Among all the tooth replacement options dentistry offers today, the dental implant is considered the standard of care and, where indicated, the best solution for replacing a missing tooth.  The success rate of a dental implant is over 95%.  It is a spectacular choice and allows for the restoration of natural function, health, and beauty…

Among all the tooth replacement options dentistry offers today, the dental implant is considered the standard of care and, where indicated, the best solution for replacing a missing tooth.  The success rate of a dental implant is over 95%.  It is a spectacular restoration and allows for the restoration of natural function, health, and beauty…

Endocarditis is a life-threatening inflammation of the lining and valves of the heart.  It is rare and caused by a bacterial infection.     Endocarditis may occur in anyone.  More commonly, it presents itself in those who have certain heart conditions and in people who have had endocarditis previously.  For those at higher risk, the…

A well-trained dentist understands the role of Botox in the dental office.  Its application addresses both therapeautic and cosmetic issues, thereby enhancing the patient experience tremendously. The number one cosmetic procedure request in this country is Botox for the treatment of frown lines.  Following a close second are laser skin treatments and dermal fillers.  These…

Most often, our most accomplished moments are those not involving ourselves.   The appreciation of my life's endeavors are often associated with those moments I have spent in benefit of others.  Giving back to our community, and to those in need of my experience, knowledge, support, and assistance, is one of the most rewarding experiences…

Straight teeth are healthier teeth!   Aligned teeth make for a healthier smile.  They give you a more youthful appearance and assure a more confident self image.  Today's society invests billions of dollars in improving the body's look, feel, and longevity.  Why not consider this same effort toward your smile.  After all, it is one of…

Why should you pay less attention to your smile than you do to your hair, skin, and body?  After all, they ALL should be in the best of shape so as to help reduce the signs of aging!   Are you aware that time also takes a toll on your smile?  The effects of a…

Are you happy with your smile? Invisalign is an amazing technology that allows you to enjoy a beautifully healthy smile!  This may be the first time you consider improving your smile; or, it may be time to rejuvenate that which you have treated with traditional orthodontics in the past.  By traditional orthodontics I mean the…

It is not often that I hear adult patients refuse orthodontic treatment simply because they feel they are "TOO OLD". Orthodontic treatment ( braces ) is not just for children anymore.  Adults are becoming more and more aware of their smile and just how important it is for their health and image.  There are many…

I know...dental visits are costly!  However, how would you feel about the actual expense when you are forced to visit your dentist for an emergency requiring complicated and more expensive treatment as opposed to that associated with regular maintenance appointments that assist you in the support of a healthy and beautiful smile always? Those patients that…

What are some of the reasons why you should be interested in dental implants when planning for a full denture?   Another happy patient left my office today with an implant-supported full lower denture!  From start to finish, the process took just a few months and now she can, for the rest of her life,…

Smiling is not something we typically think much about doing; it just happens! My father used to tell me to "smile for the world to smile with me...and cry for the world to laugh at me".  What he tried to relay, in his own way, is to always make it a point to smile so…