General Dentistry

Every year in the United States, dentists perform an estimated 15.1 million root canal treatments. Despite the fact that root canals are a common dental procedure, many people question whether these procedures are safe and…

Charcoal Toothpaste - An Oxymoron? Charcoal dentifrices, including toothpastes, gels, liquids and toothpowders, have become a rapidly emerging fad promising whiter teeth by using a more natural ingredient - activated charcoal. It’s ironic that people…

Laughing gas is commonly used as a mild sedative in dentistry to relieve pain and help people relax during complex procedures like root canals, wisdom teeth extractions, and even simpler procedures such as a dental…

Maybe it’s been a few years since you have been to the dentist, or you’ve recently moved to a new town and you’re wondering, "Who is the best dentist near me?" Every person has a…

Many people struggle with sensitive teeth every day. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, more than 40 million adults in the United States suffer at some time from sensitive teeth. What they might not know is…

Principal Trombonist of the Sarasota Orchestra, Brad Williams, Talks About Invisalign “Since I finished my Invisalign treatment two years ago, my career has changed entirely, I feel no pain when I play, I can practice for…

"What do I eat after dental surgery?", is a common question asked by many patients. Dental surgery can be a daunting task but the recovery can be even more stressful if you don't know what…

It takes about 6 weeks for the jaw bone and gum tissue to repair itself following wisdom teeth extractions. This time may vary depending on if the wisdom teeth were impacted in bone or in…

Broken, fractured or chipped teeth are a very common event. It usually doesn't cause any immediate pain to the tooth, but can quickly become very painful to the tongue. You will notice it gets worse…