What you eat can affect your teeth!

Did you know that certain foods can have a positive effect on the health of your teeth?  Just as other aspects of our body can deteriorate over time, our teeth are susceptible to deterioration if not properly cared for.  Good news!  There are some simple steps that...

Tooth Whitening and bleaching

Many of our patients request or inquire about making their smile whiter and brighter especially after orthodontic treatment or in cases of discoloration of the anterior or front teeth.  Tooth whitening is defined by the FDA as “restoring natural tooth...

Good Oral Hygiene Begins at Birth

Baby Oral Health Proper oral health starts when a child is a baby! Dr. Richard has implemented a new program called the Baby Oral Health Program, which was developed at UNC at Chapel Hill.  This program is to help educate and inform parents of proper dental care even...

Importance of Good Oral Hygiene

Good oral hygiene is very important for everyone. The health of  your mouth and teeth can have a large affect on your overall health.  Nutrients and vitamins your body needs to function enter through your mouth. Teeth need to be strong and healthy in order to chew...

Your Diet and Your Teeth

Have you ever wondered how the substances you are eating or drinking are affecting the health of your teeth? The PH level of battery acid is 1.0 which classifies it as very acidic.  You may be surprised at how the acidic levels of the substances you put in your mouth...