Even if you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, mouthwash commercials are always warning you about the perils of gum disease and gingivitis. What are these two conditions? Are they the same, related, or different? And what are the signs you should be alert to? At Community Dental Group, we help people just […]
Have you recently been diagnosed with sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a challenging condition, and one that becomes more likely as we age. It leads to significant sleep disturbances that can leave you feeling tired and scattered throughout the entire day. While there are several different forms of sleep apnea, one of the most common […]
There are many different schools of thought when it comes to deciding just how frequently you should get your teeth cleaned. Even if you are very diligent about how you brush your teeth, you will still benefit from a professional teeth cleaning. Exactly how often you should get your teeth cleaned will depend in part […]
Whenever you come to see your dentist, you probably get your teeth cleaned. A professional teeth cleaning is one of the most important parts of your visit — along with a check-up to ensure that your mouth is healthy. Teeth cleaning doesn’t just make your teeth look good — it is also helpful for your […]
Millions of people throughout the United States suffer from insomnia. Insomnia is defined as a pattern of sleep disturbances, including difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep, that remains for at least two weeks. Everyone suffers from periodic difficulty getting to sleep. However, if you are having trouble sleeping that lasts and lasts, you might […]
At Community Dental Group, we love it when our patients are excited about their cosmetic dentistry results. Unlike so many other things in life, you can see the results of cosmetic procedures right away — and begin enjoying them as soon as you leave our office. The most common form of cosmetic dentistry we perform […]
Everyone loves a nice, white smile — so it is no surprise that many people use over the counter whitening gels to improve the look of their teeth. Generally speaking, these gels are harmless. If used correctly and on a regular basis, they can often live up to the claims of improving the look of […]
Almost half of all Americans don’t floss every day, but a large number of those people floss weekly instead. Do you need to floss every day for a positive health effect, or is a much less stringent flossing regimen good enough? Let’s look at the facts. Even though you can’t always tell when flossing has […]
Your teeth and bones requires calcium to function. Teeth and bones are strengthened by the presence of calcium, which can help to reduce the severity of minor imperfections in these structures. Although your teeth and bones are very hard, it’s important to understand that they are living parts of your body. They both require adequate […]
If your dentist has advised you that you need oral surgery, it’s important to see to it as soon as you realistically can in order to preserve the health of your mouth. There are many situations in which you might benefit from oral surgery. One of the most common is when you need to have […]