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Celebrating National Dental Hygienists Week: More Than Just Teeth Cleaning
Every year, during the second week of April, we celebrate National Dental Hygienists Week—a time dedicated to recognizing the invaluable contributions of dental hygienists to our oral and overall health. In 2025, this observance takes place from April 6th to April 12th, offering an opportunity to express our gratitude to these dedicated professionals. The Vital…
Read MoreFebruary is Heart Health Month: Protect Your Heart by Caring for Your Gums
February is Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and the steps we can take to protect our hearts. But did you know that your oral health plays a crucial role in heart health? Research has shown a strong connection between gum disease and an increased risk of heart disease,…
Read MorePerio Protect: Periodontal Exam
When you come in for your periodic hygiene appointment (notice we didn’t call it a cleaning), a lot happens before we even pick up “the scraper.” The exams begin the moment we call you back to the chair. We are assessing your gait, symmetry, and even your speech. All of this gives us clues to…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s and Oral Health
If you aren’t caring for someone with cognitive impairment, chances are you know someone who this debilitating disease has touched. An estimated 6.7 million Americans 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s, according to the most recent data from the Alzheimer’s Association. And I think we can all agree that Alzheimer’s and other cognitive diseases…
Read MoreThink Twice Before Requesting Antibiotics
Antibiotics save lives. They have increased our life expectancy and helped us recover from major and minor infections. But just like reaching for that fifth slice of pizza, too much of a good thing can be bad. We are proud that our office stays on top of current science, but sometimes that means our recommendations…
Read MoreA Letter to Patients from the Dental Office
Dear Patients, Dentistry has come a long way in the last thirty years. It’s a profession that requires constant learning because science and technology keep evolving. To think it wasn’t that long ago that we performed dentistry without gloves and maybe with a cigarette hanging out of our mouth. But now we know better, and…
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