Yearly Archives: 2020

Periodontitis is the technical term for something you definitely don’t want: gum disease. The slippery slope to gum disease begins with its precursor, gingivitis. As it progresses, you’re at risk…

Did you know over 8 million teens and adults have turned to Invisalign to reach their orthodontic goals? Are you considering joining them?Dr. Linda K. Westmoreland and our experienced staff…

If you’re brushing and flossing regularly at home, you’re doing yourself a huge favor. That effort is the first step in maintaining optimal dental health — but it’s only the…

As summer turns the corner into fall, all sorts of routines start up again. Children go back to school, jackets and sweaters start coming out in the evening, and it's…

Do your gums bleed whenever you brush or floss? That usually means you're not taking proper care of your teeth and gums.If your gums bleed easily despite your thorough and…

Are you self-conscious about a missing tooth? If so, you aren’t alone. The American College of Prosthodontists estimates that nearly 120 million adults are missing at least one tooth. No…

When you realize something is wrong with one or more of your teeth, it’s natural to feel worried or afraid. This is especially true if what is supposed to be…

Traditional metal braces have been correcting dental flaws for a long time, and they do a good job. If you're an adult, you probably remember spending a few years in your…

Dry socket can happen after having a tooth extraction. When you have a tooth removed, a blood clot forms at the extraction site to help heal and protect the underlying…

If you have an infected tooth that’s causing a lot of pain, you might want to just pull the tooth out and be done with it. But, if possible, you…