When was the last time you looked at your gums? I mean really looked at them. They’re covered by your lips and unless you have a huge smile or stretch your lips out with your fingers, you generally don’t notice them. They don’t bother you, right? Why should you even care? The best way to […]

Ok, so it’s time to do something about your own, or possibly your partner’s snoring. You’re sick of feeling sleepy or tired during the day, or maybe your doctor told you that your sleep may be a problem. Have you been diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea? We’re here to partner with you to improve your […]

Does your partner’s snoring keep you awake at night? Do you snore? Do you feel sleepy or tired during the day even though you think you had a good night’s sleep? Do you ever wake up with headaches? Do you feel irritable or have difficulty concentrating? Has your doctor told you that your blood pressure […]

Unveiling the Magic of Clear Aligner Therapy Embarking on the journey to a straighter smile has never been more exciting, thanks to the revolutionary strides in orthodontic treatments.  As someone who’s passionate about dentistry, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of clear aligner therapy firsthand.  In this overview, let’s delve into the intricacies of this novel […]

Maintaining Optimal Oral Health as You Age.  Why is this important? “Everything’s working and doing its job.  Why do you want to go through a renovation?” my patient posed the question. Yes, he was right, everything was working … but I could see how it could be better.  Only in the middle of my career, […]

Why should you visit the dentist for your checkup and clean? There is an old dental joke: Patient … ‘Which teeth do I have to clean doc?’ Dentist … ‘Only the ones you want to keep!’ Funny at first, but quite ‘real’ when you look at it closer. Most things will deteriorate without maintenance and […]

Healthy snacks and lunchboxes for our growing kids There is so much information and promotion about what is considered “healthy” for our kids’ school lunchboxes. How much of this is damaging to your children’s teeth? We need to ensure our children enjoy a wide variety of nutritious foods from the five groups every day as […]

Is it normal to clench or grind my teeth? You might be surprised to discover this is actually an age old question. Even as far back as a couple of millenia, you will find references to the ‘grinding and gnashing’ of teeth in the bible. So we’re aware it’s been happening in humans for thousands […]

Most patients at some stage have asked their dentist, Do I have wisdom teeth and do I need to have them removed? Whether they’re experiencing discomfort and pain and suspect it’s related to wisdom teeth, or simply curious about what’s going on in their mouth, having a clear understanding about the status of your wisdom […]