At my McMinnville dental office, we take gum (or periodontal) health seriously. Gum disease is avoidable, but can lead to bigger problems if left untreated. This month is National Alzheimer’s Disease and Awareness Month, and we want to remind patients who may be in charge of caring for aging loved… Read More…
We may be celebrating Halloween and all things spooky this month, but your smile shouldn’t be scary. My dental office in McMinnville is dedicated to getting rid of your dead tooth or teeth once and for all with magical solution known as a dental implant. A Step-By-Step Guide to How… Read More…
Dental hygiene is the at the very core of keeping teeth healthy. At my dental office in McMinnville, we’re excited to celebrate National Dental Hygiene Month and highlight our amazing hygienists throughout the entire month of October. Hygienists are dedicated to helping you and your smile look and feel its… Read More…
The feeling of a jaw that won’t close or open and seems as if it’s stuck is one of the worst feelings someone can experience. It’s terrifying, it’s painful, and it’s random. But what exactly causes it? The team at my McMinnville dental office is here to hopefully ease your… Read More…
We’ve all been told about the importance of oral health from the day we were old enough to pick up a toothbrush. But when you have something you have to do every single day (seriously, every day is a lot!) it’s easy to get complacent and rush through the necessities…. Read More…
There are so many reasons to smile — a funny joke, a cute kitten, a new baby, and many, many others. But at my McMinnville dental office, we want to give you a few more reasons to smile big and wide. Health Benefits of Smiling There’s a little bit more… Read More…
While it’s typically recommended that everyone has a preventive dental care appointment and dental cleaning at least twice a year, men are less likely to visit their McMinnville dentist regularly than women. Many men skip these important check ups and rather only schedule an appointment once they have a problem…. Read More…
Regular visits to my McMinnville dental office are crucial to maintaining a healthy, happy smile. We can catch problems early, we can talk about your smile goals and treatments to get you the ultimate grin, and it’s always nice to see you. But your visits can also tell us a… Read More…
Each June the American Headache & Migraine Association (AHMA) observes Migraine & Headache Awareness Month to bring knowledge and understanding about these disorders that plague nearly one out of eight Americans. So what’s this have to do with my McMinnville dental office? More than you may think. What’s the Difference… Read More…
Beverages designed to help replace nutrients lost during sports or exercise can help your body recover, but they can also cause irreversible damage to your teeth. At my McMinnville dental office, we’re in the business of protecting smiles, so we want all of our patients to know the harmful effects… Read More…
Old photographs are packed with memories, but they’re also lacking quite a few elements that are common in pictures today. Color, for one. But perhaps the most noticeable difference between old time pictures and modern snapshots is the lack of smiles. At my McMinnville dental office, we want all of… Read More…
Nearly 24 million Americans suffer from asthma and live their lives in fear of experiencing a severe asthma attack. Asthma is nothing to take lightly and is incredibly serious. In fact, approximately 3,000 die each year as a result of it. Even more become sick or hospitalized. While these statistics… Read More…
Oral cancer affects approximately 35,000 people every year. Of those, nearly 8,000 will die. Oral cancer is very real, very prominent, and very scary. At my McMinnville dental office, we’re here to help you understand the disease and know the risks associated with it. The Risks Before we dive into… Read More…
There tends to be some confusion behind these uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing sores that seem to appear out of nowhere. While there really isn’t any solid evidence as to what causes canker sores, which is part of what makes them a bit difficult to understand, at my McMinnville dental office,… Read More…
Even if you brush and floss everyday, there are some common daily habits that put your teeth at increased risk for disease or damage. At my McMinnville dental office, we’re here to educate our patients on all the ways they can help keep their smiles in the best shape, so… Read More…
