Wisdom teeth are often first seen on x-rays conducted during your regular Lakeview dentist appointment. Most often, we can see them as they’re beginning to erupt through the gums…. Read more »

Having sensitive teeth can be brutal. The sharp, shooting pain that often accompanies tooth sensitivity can put a damper on enjoying favorite foods. At our dental offices in Cherry… Read more »

Cheek biting, like nail biting, is a body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) that can be brought on by specific circumstances or emotions like stress, anxiety, and nervousness. While biting your cheek, lips, and/or tongue… Read more »

Sugar is every dentist’s worst enemy. It negatively affects oral health and puts teeth at increased risk for decay, cavities, and can lead to more serious dental and overall health problems. 

Sugar: It’s… Read more »

Baking soda is advertised as a multi-purpose household staple that can be used to mask smells, brighten your clothes, and yes, even whiten your teeth. While we can’t speak on its effectiveness in… Read more »

When we hit a certain age, we tend to place more focus on our appearance and take preventive measures to keep up a youthful look. We exercise, eat right, protect our skin with… Read more »

At our dental offices, one of the first things we do when meeting new patients is go over a complete health history. What are we looking for?… Read more »

According to a recent study in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, there is a chance people with poor oral hygiene or elevated gum (or periodontal) disease could possibly be at greater risk of… Read more »

Lockjaw and jaw lock are two very similar terms that could mean two very different things. While both insinuate the jaw becoming stuck, or ‘locked,’ and both can have similar symptoms, only one… Read more »

Oral health is an important part of maintaining an overall healthy body. At our dental offices, we want to make sure all of our patients and neighbors know the ins… Read more »