Abscess

Abscess What is an abscess? An abscessed tooth is an infection caused by tooth decay, periodontal disease or a cracked tooth. These problems can let bacteria enter the pulp (the soft tissue of the tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue) and...

Sleep Apnea and Snoring

Sleep Apnea and Snoring What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a common and serious sleeping disorder that happens when your regular breathing is interrupted during sleep. Snoring is common among patients with sleep apnea but not all snorers have sleep apnea. There are...

Bad Brushing Habits to Break in 2019

Bad Brushing Habits to Break in 2019  As we begin the New Year, it is common to have resolutions to follow to break harmful habits especially when it comes to making changes in our lives to stay fit and healthy. Not only should we start eating and living healthy, we...

Health Risk The Truth about Hidden Sugars

Health Risk The Truth about Hidden Sugars  We are all aware of the added sugars in sodas, sports drinks, baked goods and snack foods. But do you know that your salad dressing, soup, bread, pasta sauce and yogurt may contain added sugars? Even food marketed as...

Cancer and Oral Health

Cancer and Oral Health  When we hear the word cancer, it is often associated with Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy. We take for granted the negative impact of cancer treatment on oral health. Management of patients with cancer presents a lot of challenges to the...