Many patients ask us about mouth rinses.  Are they needed?  What do they do?  How often should I use them?  Everyone’s mouth has different needs but below are a few guidelines. Listerine reduces the bacteria that causes the redness, bleeding and puffiness of gums.  It also reduces the bacteria in the mouth that causes gum disease.  It is recommend that you do not use Listerine more than twice per day because excessive use can contribute to dry mouth…. which can cause other problems in the mouth.  When Listerine is used by patients taking certain medications the dry mouth condition can … Continue reading →

                            So this year I went in with a bunch of guys on season tickets.  It’s a big group, we have 6 seats in section 200 something right behind the goal.  I think I have 2 tickets for 7 to 8 games.  Anyway, they are pretty good seats for that section of the arena, wasn’t a huge investment and there are a lot of colorful diehard fans that sit around us so it’s fun.         I have been to games in season’s past but now I am really into it.  And right now the Jackets are on the bubble as to whether or not they’ll make post … Continue reading →

Did you know that ideal general health starts with optimal oral health?  Failure to adequately care for your teeth and gums can result in the development of medical conditions far more serious than gum disease and tooth loss. Studies suggest that a number of secondary health issues can be caused as a result of poor oral hygiene.  The mouth is often the mirror of the body.  Many diseases appear first in the mouth and are thus found while the patient is in the dental chair. Research has shown and experts agree that there is a link between periodontal(gum) diseases and other chronic … Continue reading →

You may have seen the places at local malls and Sam’s Club where you can get whiter teeth but would you do it?  These places have been a point of controversy throughout the country and with everything there are 2 sides to the argument.  In Ohio only a trained and licensed dental professional can adminster whitening to a patient.  This means a dentist or a hygientist.  Mall Whitening gets around this by handing the whitening chemicals to the customers to do it themselves and you the customer/patient has even less experience with the handling of the chemicals…. so how safe is that? … Continue reading →