May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we'd like to talk a little bit about the fear and anxiety many people have around coming to the dentist. Did you know that 50-80% of American adults say they have some degree of dental anxiety? Our experienced dental team understands that there are valid feelings around dental anxiety, fear and phobias. If... read more »
When it comes to replacing missing teeth, you want to choose the highest quality option to make the most out of your oral health. Dental implants are one of the best tooth replacement options you can choose to restore your smile. Have you lost a tooth from an injury, advanced gum disease or tooth decay? Dental implants cave complete your... read more »
March heralds the beginning of spring but also recognizes dentists and dental assistants! We work hard all year round to help you and your family's smiles thrive! Our goal is to improve your quality of life so you can eat, smile and speak with the confidence you deserve. Our caring dentist, Dr. Butler wants to make sure your teeth and... read more »
The purpose of Gum Disease Awareness Month in February is to raise awareness of what causes it and to encourage you to adhere to better oral health habits to keep it from developing in your smile. Sadly, periodontal disease affects 47.2% of adults over 30 in the U.S. and at an even higher rate (70.1%) for adults over 65 years!... read more »
It's a new year and we hope you will make the best of it, especially when it comes to your smile! Your smile attract (and sometimes repel) those you meet, so our caring dentist and dental team are excited to help you on your lifelong journey to creating and maintaining a healthy, happy smile you are proud to share! This... read more »
The gift of a healthy smile is one that keeps on giving all year round and your family's smiles are important to our dental team. When it comes to your children especially, promoting healthy teeth and gums can set the stage for a lifetime's worth! This holiday season, we encourage you to give yourself and your family healthier smiles! Make... read more »
Dental insurance benefits typically run out on December 31st (although there are some exceptions on the timing so it's good to double-check), and if you haven’t made the most out of those benefits (which you’ve already paid for!) you will end up losing them by the end of this year. Still, it's not too late to schedule any last-minute cleanings... read more »
It's almost time for Halloween! With the spooky season in full swing, now is the time to come up with a strategy for keeping your child's smile safe while letting them enjoy this festive time of year! This means taking a look at some of the candies they should avoid and then enjoying better seasonal favorites. Halloween Sweets to Avoid... read more »
September is National Gum Care Month, so we want to help you see why your gums are so important to good oral health. Gum disease is a serious medical condition that can leave you with a gum infection that can spread to the supportive bone holding your teeth as well as deteriorate precious gum tissue. Untreated gum disease results in... read more »
You work diligently to protect your teeth by brushing and flossing every day and seeing our dentist at least twice a year. But what if you constantly wake up with a sore jaw after clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth all night? This tooth-damaging habit typically happens unconsciously, meaning you do it while you sleep and aren't aware of... read more »
