Month: December 2017

How Does Xylitol Prevent Tooth Decay?

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / December 30, 2017 / Comments Off on How Does Xylitol Prevent Tooth Decay?

How Does Xylitol Prevent Tooth Decay? We all know that excessive sugar consumption is bad for us, but sweetened options are always much tastier. The problem is, the more we consume, the worse it is for our teeth. We keep up with our daily dental routines, but somehow it just isn’t enough – we still…

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End the Year with Healthy Gums: How To Fix Unhealthy Gums

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / December 27, 2017 / Comments Off on End the Year with Healthy Gums: How To Fix Unhealthy Gums

How do you fix unhealthy gums? It doesn’t happen overnight, but a few basic changes can help return your gums to health and ensure a confident smile. Periodontal, or gum disease isn’t something anyone wants to hear they have. And chances are, if you’ve been told you have it, the first question you’ll want to…

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What to Do When Your Mouth Hurts

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / December 18, 2017 / Comments Off on What to Do When Your Mouth Hurts

Slips and accidents happen. When they involve knocking your teeth, it can be an extremely painful few moments while trying to find an emergency dentist to help. Let’s take a look at what to do when your mouth hurts. There are many instances in our lives that have led to pain in our mouths. From…

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