• posted: Jan. 17, 2024

When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it Read More

• posted: Jan. 10, 2024

A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to learn just the right technique Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2024

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read More

• posted: Dec. 27, 2023

It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like Read More

• posted: Dec. 20, 2023

Your gums are responsible for a large part of your overall oral health. So keeping them healthy and knowing how to detect gum disease is extremely important. Since it’s often painless, Read More

• posted: Dec. 13, 2023

Mouthwash is important for more than just keeping your breath fresh and smelling great. Combined with other forms of dental hygiene, it can help prevent plaque, cavities, gingivitis, and other Read More

• posted: Dec. 06, 2023

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read More

• posted: Nov. 29, 2023

As the field of dentistry advances and the use of technology in the field increases, the concept of minimally invasive dentistry has emerged. Preservation of a healthy set of natural Read More

• posted: Nov. 22, 2023

At Downtown Dental Studio we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter Read More

• posted: Nov. 15, 2023

There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall general health. There are naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of those bacteria, including Read More

• posted: Nov. 08, 2023

You’ve heard people tell you to say “cheese” when you’re having your picture taken, probably more times than you can count. There is another reason you should be saying “cheese” Read More

• posted: Nov. 01, 2023

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read More

• posted: Oct. 25, 2023

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2023

Thinking you might have a cavity is usually accompanied by a sinking feeling. Now, you’ll have to go to the dentist and have it fixed. And while this is never Read More

• posted: Sep. 01, 2023

Choosing to get dentures is a big decision. You’re deciding to restore everything you lost when your teeth began to fail you: your oral health, your smile, your comfort, and Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2023

You know the drill: you sit back in the dentist’s chair, and your provider smiles and asks if you floss. And what do you say? “Yes! Every day.” Or maybe Read More