Improve the Care of Your Smile with Aging and Dental Health Tips

Are you taking the necessary care of your teeth to ensure they can last a lifetime? If you have not already done so, take the time to improve your oral health. This includes giving your teeth and necessary care throughout your life for years to come. To make sure your teeth are functioning as intended, it is important to brush... read more »

A Temporary Crown Needs Daily Care and Cleaning Considerations

A temporary crown is typically used by Drs. Musser and Kinney to protect an abutment during the restoration process. The hard, plastic cap is only intended as a protective measure; it is not strong enough to replicate the tooth’s full function. With some daily care and cleaning considerations, you can ensure your chances of having a complication-free restoration process. If... read more »

Why Plaque Removal is Important

You’ve probably heard about plaque before--especially if you’ve ever visited a dentist--but do actually know what it is? Do you know what you can do to keep plaque at bay, stop it from forming, and the effect plaque can actually have on your smile? As you may know, plaque is a substance that can build up on your teeth. If... read more »

A Healthy Smile Is Good for the Heart

A healthy smile is not just good for the teeth and gums but the rest of your body as well. In particular, the heart benefits from healthy teeth and gums as professional dental cleanings have been linked to healthier heart health. How Your Mouth Impacts the Heart Studies show that people who had professional dental cleanings at least once every... read more »