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Flossing Fact or Flossing Fiction?
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—that little plastic dental floss dispenser. And whether you use your floss every day (yay!), or have completely forgotten Read more
How Laser Gum Surgery Can Help
posted: Dec. 02, 2021.

Periodontal Disease or gum disease can affect anyone regardless of tooth health. Keeping your teeth clean and maintaining good oral hygiene is the best defense against periodontal disease, but sometimes Read more
The Science of Sugar
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Some languages have many different words for love. Some have many different words for snow. One language even has different words for a tasty layered sandwich. Is that a hoagie Read more
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
What to Do for Your Loose Tooth
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

One of the first exciting childhood experiences we outgrow is the excitement of discovering a loose tooth. Sadly, there’s no adult Tooth Fairy waiting to exchange a gift for a Read more
When was your last dental checkup?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

While the doctor and our team tell you daily oral hygiene habits, such as brushing and flossing, are essential to optimal oral health, regular dental checkups at Dental Day Spa Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more
Laser Treatment for Periodontal Disease
posted: Oct. 14, 2021.

Find out how laser therapy can get gum disease under control and restore gums. Have our dentists Dr. Tony Kim and Dr. Mark Kuioka recently told you that you have gum Read more
Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read more
Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more
Four Tips for Soothing a Toothache
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Whether it’s a dull and throbbing ache or a sharp pain, toothaches can come in many different forms. Chances are you’ve had the discomforting experience once or twice in your Read more
The Root of the Matter
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

A strong, healthy smile is built on a strong, healthy foundation. Let’s take a moment to explore just what creates that foundation—your roots. The Root of the Matter The visible part of Read more
Intraoral Cameras
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

It seems today’s technology has made every moment a camera-ready opportunity. (Just check your friends and their latest selfies.) What you may not expect is the opportunity to see a Read more
Football Season? Practice Dental Defense
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies. Taking the Field If Read more