For my patients who have receding gums and root exposure, I always spend extra time with them discussing home care that is specifically tailored to gum recession. I always focus on the main tools,...
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Patients in my dental chair, young and old, asking me about orthodontic treatment, specifically braces, and looking for my opinion if they should go ahead with the treatment. I get asked by my older...
Hygienist Compares: Sonicare vs. Oral-B Electric Toothbrushes
As a dental hygienist, many of my patients, friends, and family ask me what electric toothbrush really is the best, Oral-B or Sonicare, and which electric toothbrush they should be buying? Oral-B...
There are so many products on the market for dry mouth, and I get a lot of patients asking me about them and what would be best for their needs. They ask for something they can keep in their mouth...
Dental implant surgery is an expensive (but worth-it) investment in your oral health and one that you hope that will last forever. With more and more people opting for dental implants vs. other...
Can Tonsil Stones Give You Bad Breath? Causes and What to Do!
When I was younger, I had many bouts of strep throat, which led to my tonsils becoming more cryptic (meaning hollow areas) with many folds that catch bacteria and food debris. So tonsil stones are...