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Two Ways We Treat Common Periodontal Issues
We treat recession, elongated teeth, and sensitive root cases.
The Difference Between a Dentist and Periodontist
Periodontists have specialized education in gums and bone. Learn more about the differences in their services.
Meet Smile-Maker, Laila
Dr. Jessica Stilley and her husband Michael, got a new reason to smile in February. That’s when they met Harriet, the dog they adopted and re-named Laila. Once terrified of crossing a threshold, she now sits on the couch with the family to watch TV and sleeps in the master bedroom. Her future could have been very different, however. This is her story.

Is charcoal toothpaste safe for your teeth and gums?
Charcoal toothpaste has become more popular lately, with well-known brands like Colgate, Crest, Hello and Burt’s Bees entering the charcoal toothpaste market. Is charcoal toothpaste

Dental Implants and Smoking: Is it okay?
Spoiler alert: Smoking is a huge no-go with dental implants. This habit can cause dental implants to fail, cause infection in the gums, weaken your
What foods help repair gums?
What better way to multitask than to eat healthier snacks and improve your gums at the same time. The following is a collection of some of the best food choices for healthy teeth and gums.

How long do dental implant crowns last?
Dental implants are an ideal, long-term solution for missing teeth! They resemble natural teeth in appearance, function, strength and maintenance – and are a more

Is gum disease hereditary?
Are you someone who practices good oral hygiene—brushing twice a day and flossing at least once—but your gums still bleed? Why is that? Turns out,
What is a gum graft?
By definition, a “graft” is ‘a piece of living tissue that is transplanted surgically’. So, a gum graft is essentially a gum tissue transplant. These