If you're on social media, you may have noticed people flaunting their "Turkey Teeth". Seems westerners are flocking to Turkey (the country, not the bird) to purchase cosmetic dentistry on the cheap. But while they may seem like a bargain, Turkey Teeth also some with a price - like sub-standard materials and equipment, no insurance if something goes wrong, and the inability to easily return for adjustments and repairs. That's why we advise, visit Turkey for a great vacation, but stay with us if you want to improve your smile - after all, you get what you pay for...

You already know the damage periodontitis (a.k.a., gum disease) can wreak on your oral health. Now, recent research points to a connection between gum disease and heart health - seems people with periodontitis are more likely to develop an arrhythmia, which can cause significant health problems and require installation of a pacemaker. So, preventing gum disease with regular checkups, prompt treatment, and oral hygiene may be one of the most heart healthy things you can do. Ask us, we'll tell you more.

For some, a little puff is a great way to relax, but please, not before visiting the dentist. True, getting treatments and cleaning can be a source of anxiety - unfortunately, cannabis often prevents us from doing our job. And a new survey reveals, more that half of dentists have identified patients noticeably high when they get in the chair. At our office, we'll do everything we can to keep you relaxed and pain-free - no need to supplement!

Add DIY veneers to the list of bogus cosmetic solutions that can ruin your smile. Influenced by a TikTok post, a British mom recently ordered her DIY dental veneer kit online, only to unleash an oral disaster - unable to smile or even open her mouth properly. Indeed, home-grown remedies touted on social media, such as unsupervised bleaching and filing your own teeth, may end up causing lasting damage. We say, if you want to improve your smile (and avoid disaster), rely on scientifically tested, continuously improved techniques offered by your dentist (that's us).

A new study published in the journal, Nature, explored the relationship between Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and brain function in old age. According to this study, the intermittent deprivation of oxygen resulting from OSA can lead to dementia as well as accelerated formation of amyloid plaque in the brain, a cause of Alzheimer's Disease. That is why increased monitoring for OSA in older adults is so important. If you or your sleep partner notices shortness of breath, intermittent awakenings or sleeplessness, it may be time to discuss these symptoms with a trained professional. Give us a call, and we'll help lead you in the right direction!

Receding gum tissue is a very common problem as we age. If left untreated, it can expose the roots of our teeth which can lead to pain, discomfort or worse. Dealing with receding gums can include proper oral hygiene (don't forget regular cleanings), a host of natural therapies you can try at home, plus treatments we can provide here at the office to help reverse receding gums. Speak with us!