06 Apr 2017
Are you waking up with pain in your teeth, face or jaw? Are you waking up your significant other from grinding and clenching your teeth? If you answered yes to either of these, Dr. Katie Hicks and her team can help!
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19 May 2016
Halitosis! Hali-what? Avoiding onions and garlic at lunch is a good start, but there might be more to fresh breath than you know. Most of us won’t notice our own foul breath, but if you’re curious lick your hand, let it dry, and give it a sniff. Don’t like what you smell? Here are some tips to help.
26 Apr 2016
I’m embarking on a journey to straighten my teeth using Invisalign, and thought I would share the process with those of you who may be considering it. I know what you’re thinking: your teeth are already straight! And they are pretty straight, but after orthodontics in high school I...
29 Mar 2016
Often healthcare providers refer to our mouths as being the window to our body. If you’ve ever heard the phrase “you are what you eat”, it’s easy to imagine what we see inside our mouths can indicate systemic health.
24 Mar 2016
The most important factor in choosing a toothbrush is getting one you will use twice a day! Bristles should always be soft and vary in length. Medium and hard bristles can damage gum tissues and root surfaces. When in doubt, look for the ADA (American Dental Association) seal of...
08 Mar 2016
Having adequate and steady salivary flow is important for digestion and protecting teeth. Dry mouth symptoms include waking with “cotton mouth”, rough feeling tongue, thick or stringy saliva, and dry lips. The primary causes of dry mouth are medications, dehydration, tobacco use, and systemic disease. Are you prone to...
26 Jan 2016
Sensitivity to cold is the most common type of tooth pain but usually does not indicate a dental emergency. Often hypersensitivity can often be treated with just a few adjustments to your routine and diet.
12 Jan 2016
The holidays are upon us and sweets abound, so how can you keep your teeth healthy? We would never recommend avoiding sweets entirely, that’s just cruel! Instead we’ll give you some tips to stay cavity free during the holidays. First, keep up with your great home care habits: brushing...
12 Jan 2016
Baby teeth appear anywhere from birth to about 3 months. These first 20 teeth are placeholders for permanent teeth, assist in speech development and are important for chewing nutritional foods. We recommend a “happy visit” occur between 12-16 months.