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What Should You Do In a Dental Emergency?

What Should You Do In a Dental Emergency?

In a perfect world, people would never suffer from unexpected oral health issues. However, the reality is that thousands of Americans deal with sudden dental disorders, diseases, or damage. No one wants to deal with a dental emergency, but you may have to at some point. If you do, Dr. Craig Armstrong and our team […]

A Guide To Your Gums

A Guide To Your Gums

Many people underestimate the importance of their gums in their oral health. The truth is, however, that your pearly whites wouldn’t stand a chance without healthy, pink gums to support them. The American Academy of Periodontology reports: “half of American adults suffer from gum disease,” while the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research notes: […]

Getting a movie-star smile

Getting a movie-star smile

Do you ever look at actors and celebrities and wonder how they got those rows of perfectly shaped, straight, white teeth? Did you think that perhaps they were just born with a smile fit for the big screen? Most likely not. There’s a good chance that many of them have porcelain veneers on their teeth, […]

Why Do My Teeth Feel Sore When I Wake Up?

Why Do My Teeth Feel Sore When I Wake Up?

Seizing the day isn’t so easy when you wake up with a toothache in the morning. Mouth soreness could make eating breakfast, drinking your morning coffee, or even brushing and flossing your pearly whites more difficult. This sensation can also be unsettling if you can’t pinpoint the cause. Dr. Craig Armstrong and our team want […]

Could whiter teeth change your life?

Could whiter teeth change your life?

Your smile is one of your most memorable features. Is it giving others the right impression? If your teeth aren’t bright and white, your smile isn’t as brilliant and beautiful as it could be. The good news is, Dr. Craig Armstrong and his team can fix that. Many people acquire stains from years of drinking […]

Top cavity culprits for kids – and ways to avoid them

Top cavity culprits for kids – and ways to avoid them

It’s no secret that children naturally have a crazy sweet tooth. From a young age, children are attracted to juice, candy, and anything with a high sugar content. Unfortunately, all this sugar is causing a tooth decay epidemic in children. Dentists are seeing an increasing number of very young children – many even younger than […]

Should You Get an Amalgam or Composite Filling?

Should You Get an Amalgam or Composite Filling?

It’s the sad truth: cavities happen. The National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research reports: “92% of adults 20 to 64 have had dental caries in their permanent teeth” and “26% of adults 20 to 64 have untreated decay.” Dr. Armstrong and our team will perform see you for biannual dental exams and cleanings to […]

How Crowns and Bridges Can Beautify Your Grin

How Crowns and Bridges Can Beautify Your Grin

Most people think that dental crowns and bridges are simply meant to repair teeth. These restorative treatments can help you eat, drink, speak, and smile more comfortably if your teeth become damaged by extensive decay, infection, or trauma. While these advanced prostheses serve an important purpose for patients with these medical conditions, crowns and bridges […]

Dental Dangers of Boating

Dental Dangers of Boating

As the last days of summer simmer down, heading out to your local beach or lake can be a great way to get in some quality time with your friends and family. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, approximately 74 million Americans participate in boating each year. This activity takes many forms—some people […]

Saving Your Sinuses: Toothache Relief With a Sinus Infection

Saving Your Sinuses: Toothache Relief With a Sinus Infection

According to WebMD, approximately 37 million Americans suffer from sinus issues. Your sinuses are the mucous-lined passages within your skull. If they become infected, inflamed, or irritated, this can cause a host of uncomfortable symptoms, including headaches and congestion. Since they are in close proximity to your mouth, problems with your sinuses can also lead […]