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Do I really need to get my teeth X-rayed at the Dentist? (What if I’m pregnant?) Yes! But let us reassure you that we only take X-rays when necessary. X-rays reveal issues that we simply can’t perceive with the naked eye. This is very important in the prevention of dental problems. The alternative of having […]

Can I trust my dentist? How do I know if I really need the work? Dentists hold a position of trust with their patients; dentistry, as a profession, is bound by a code of ethics. That said, dentists are people, too, and professional opinions in this field may vary as widely as in other fields. […]

How to get my children to Brush Teeth Properly? There certainly has been no lack of marketing and research money spent for the purpose of encouraging kids to take care of their teeth over the years. A couple of years ago, some dentists tried getting kids to brush their teeth ‘Gangnam Style’; more recently, the […]

Dental Visits Every Six Months? There’s no disputing the fact that Preventative Dental Care helps patients avoid tooth loss, and that’s the real name of the game here.  Preventative Dental Care includes, regular tooth brushing, regular dental visits and dental cleanings and dental exams. Research the topic of the importance of the six-month dental checkup […]

How to Safely Remove Dental Amalgam Fillings This Video shows the basic setup and procedure to safely remove a mercury filling. The setup includes a tooth isolation apparatus called a rubber dental damn, a vent or suction to remove amalgam vapors or aerosols during the amalgam removal, positive O2 flow for the patient, eye protection […]