Not taking good care of your teeth and gums can lead to more than just cavities and bad breath. Your oral health is more important than you might realize. Gum disease can increase your risk of developing or predisposing you to health conditions such as diabetes, heart...
What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the third molars located at the back of your mouth. They may erupt in both the upper and lower arches of both sides, usually between the ages of 17-25. We commonly tend to associate wisdom teeth with pain and swelling around...
The gum tissue that is closely adherent to the necks of your teeth is called keratinized gingival tissue. The keratinized tissue in your mouth holds your teeth in place and protects the roots and bone. Loss of this keratinized tissue results in exposure of tooth...
Our office is currently open and we are continuing to provide exceptional care for our patients while implementing rigorous health and safety precautions to ensure patient safety. Our patients’ oral health is our number one priority and although you may fear to return, it is essential to keep up with your periodic hygiene appointments and any post-operative appointments as well as to schedule any pending treatment.
Patients will be asked to stay in their vehicles after check-in as a virtual waiting room to maintain social distancing.
Upon arrival, every patient’s temperature will be taken and hand sanitizer and gloves will be provided.
Our staff, doctors, hygienists, and dental assistants, will follow the Standard Precautions and Transmission-Based Precautions for personal protective equipment including gloves, gowns, and protective eyewear.
Once the patient exits the room, full surface disinfection will be conducted while the staff continues to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
