With cosmetic dentistry becoming more popular, dental veneers are among the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. Many patients who sit in my dental chair ask me about veneers to improve the...

You walk down the dental hygiene aisle in the store, and there are so many products to choose from. Some look promising, and others have nice and pretty packaging, but what floss do dental hygienists...

As a dental hygienist, I refer my patients to a periodontist when they require extended care. There are multiple reasons why we refer to a periodontist, including dental implant therapy, gum disease...

When my patients first sit down in my chair, after we briefly catch up, I ask them if they have any issues or complaints with their mouths. Sometimes my patients will complain about a toothache, and...

Choosing between a top or bottom night guard can be tricky, especially when the pros and cons of each are not explained fully or are hard to find. When I recommend a night guard to my patients, my...

I wear a night guard every night, and every day I preach their importance to preventing damage to the teeth, gums, bone and jaw joints to my patients. I have patients who come in with their night...