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Regular dental cleanings are a common recommendation to help prevent gum/periodontal disease and cavities.  Though many people understand that they are supposed to go to the dentist “regularly” for cleanings, many people are unsure as to why, how often or even what...

Halitosis, or bad breath, is a common concern for patients who come into the dental office. It’s a sensitive topic that many of our patients are too embarrassed to discuss, even with their hygienist. There are many causes for halitosis and your dentist or hygienist...

Let’s face it; a chipped tooth has a big effect on one’s appearance.  Characters in movies with are often given chipped teeth to portray a character that is disturbed or lacking common sense.  People with damaged teeth sometimes avoid smiling and photographs. Aside...

Though your main concern at the dentist may be how many cavities you have, your dentist is looking for a whole lot more.  The mouth is a window to the whole body.  Habits, disease, changes in nutrition and health all show up in the mouth.  Here are 10 things your...

No parent likes to hear that their child needs braces. For developing children, they fear the metal smile and discomfort they hear about from their friends. Parents are concerned for their children’s healthy development and smile as well as the sometimes costly...

At what age should my child begin to see the dentist? The answer to this is simple, the sooner is better.  Even if your child is unable to sit in the dental chair, there are still benefits to visiting the dentist.  Before a child even has teeth, there are potential...

You may think your dental evaluation doesn’t start until you get in the chair and open your mouth wide, but the truth is, how your positioned at rest can relay a great deal of information to your dentist. One particular sign of muscle, joint, breathing and dental...

Friends, celebrities, makeover shows, we see dental makeovers everywhere! As a dental professional, I can’t tell you how many times I hear patients say “what do I have to do to get YOUR smile?” At Dentistry by Dr. David, we have the skills, knowledge and technology to...

A crown is a tooth restoration that is designed to protect healthy tooth structure. It recreates the original tooth shape, covers the underlying portion of tooth and prevents it from breaking. Why do I need a crown? There are many ways a tooth can be damaged to the...

As you know, Dr. David takes pride in having the most current technology and information dentistry has to offer. We would like to introduce you to our recent addition, the Light Scalpel CO2 laser. The C02 Laser has expanded the scope of Dr. David’s practice, as it is...