Archive for September, 2014

Is your mouth stressed out?

You are probably familiar with the effects that stress can have on your physical and mental health, like an increased risk of high blood pressure and depression. Stress can also compromise your dental health, and this is another reason to try to keep your stress levels in check. In general, high stress levels are associated […]

Do certain health conditions affect dental implant success?

Maintaining Healthy Teeth and Gums Through the Retirement Years

A few decades ago, older patients often were relegated to ill-fitting uncomfortable dentures after the tooth loss that inevitably came with aging in years past. Now, more and more patients are keeping their biological teeth into their 80s and beyond. The best dentist can work with you to preserve your smile well into your retirement […]