Keep Your Teeth Healthy During The Holidays
We know you love Dr. Damian, but you probably don’t want to spend your time over the holidays visiting him with an emergency. These five tips will help you avoid a dental visit during the [...]
Take Advantage of Your Expiring Dental Benefits
It's that time of year again, when you are busy with school schedules, getting ready for winter weather and scheduling upcoming holiday plans. During this hectic time, you may not be thinking about your available [...]
How to Save Big on Dentistry
There are a lot of confusing terms associated with dental insurance. Choosing a dentist who is in-network with your plan can save you 30 to 40 percent. What does in-network mean? It means the dentist [...]
Sugar-Free: Not So Sweet
Most know that sugar is no friend to our dental health. Bacteria highjacks sugar to make acid that damages our teeth. But did you know that sugar-free options may be no better? A study by [...]
The ‘Tooth’ About Birth Control Pills
If you’ve decided to take birth control pills, you’ll want to let your dentist know. Oral contraceptives cause hormonal changes in the body, which can increase your body’s inflammatory response. Gums can become swollen and [...]
Solutions for Sensitive Teeth
Do you skip cold treats in the summer and pass on hot soup in the winter because they make your teeth hurt? There are several typical causes of sensitivity. Enamel Erosion It’s possible some your [...]
What’s In Your Toothpaste?
Check out the ingredients listed on your tube of toothpaste. It most likely includes many chemicals, additives and detergents that are hard to pronounce. Some may even contain sweeteners! What? How about propylene glycol, that’s [...]
How to Get a Movie Star Smile!
The paparazzi may not be tailing you, but why not flash a movie star smile? Teeth are one of the first things people notice when meeting someone new. What type of impression are you creating? [...]
The Cure for Sensitive Teeth
Do you avoid coffee or cold treats because your teeth will suffer? Tooth sensitivity can be caused by any of the following: tooth decay; fractured teeth; older fillings; worn tooth enamel; exposed tooth root; gum [...]
Does My Child Need to See a Pediatric Dentist?
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that children have their first dental exam within six months after the first tooth comes in and no later than their first birthday. General, family and pediatric dentists are [...]