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How to Get Rid of Garlic Bad Breath

Garlic definitely adds flavor to your dishes, but its lingering odor can be a real conversation killer! Luckily, there are simple and effective ways to combat garlic breath. Here are some tried-and-true tips: 1. Milk Magic Drinking milk while eating your favorite garlic food can work wonders for neutralizing garlic breath. The fat and water […]
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Probiotics Good for Oral Health

Probiotics are live micro-organisms, which are thought to be beneficial to the stomach. However, a new study out of Spain finds they are also good for your teeth. Researchers at International University in Barcelona, Spain, looked at the effects of probiotics on gingivitis, bad breath and cavity development. Researchers found that some of the probiotics […]
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Star Smile Secrets: Braces or Veneers?

  • Peter Drews, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.
By Dr. Gerald Curatola, Published September 24, 2008, FoxNews.com Crooked teeth have been a problem since 50,000 BC according to archaeologists who have found ancient Greek orthodontic appliances-the precursor to today’s braces. When it comes to modern braces, it’s not just kids anymore. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, the number of adults opting for orthodontia […]
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Perfect Veneers

  • Peter Drews, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.
According to a study from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, patients spent an estimated $372 million on dental veneers. That’s a lot of hard-earned money invested in Hollywood smiles. If you’re considering dental veneers as a way to improve your own smile, be sure to do your homework so you can help ensure you’re […]
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The Effects of Poor Fitting (Loose) Dentures

  • Peter Drews, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.
As denture-wearing people age, their dentures don’t change, but their mouths do. In fact, your gum ridges and your jawbone can change quite a bit over time without having tooth root stimulation; so, what used to fit well originally may not fit so well today. If you have false teeth, they should fit really well, […]

Which is Worse, Dog Bite or Human Bite?

The question about whether a dog bite or human bite is worse would depend largely on where in the world you are.  If you were in the developing world, rabies becomes a major factor and you would much rather be bitten by a human where rabies is much less likely.  If you were in another […]

Sometimes it is Time to Re-pave the Road Instead of Patching!

  • Peter Drews, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.
There is a point at which it becomes a waste of time and resources to keep patching up the same potholes in a road. Eventually a new layer of blacktop is going to be the best long term solution- your tires and suspension will be happier for it. Your teeth are the same way; more […]

Too Much Drilling? Not All Early Tooth Decay Needs A Filling

  • Peter Drews, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.
Recently I had a wonderful patient meet with me with a concern.  About a year ago she lost an older filling on a front tooth about one hour prior to her start time at work.  She came to my office and we fixed her smile making her one happy patient.  Fast forward a few months […]

Researchers Uncover Higher Prevalence of Periodontal Disease in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

  • Peter Drews, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.
Over 1.3 million Americans suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a chronic, inflammatory disease of the joints. RA is a disabling condition, and can lead to long-term joint damage resulting in persistent pain and loss of function in affected areas. A study published in the June 2008 issue of the Journal of Periodontology, the official publication […]

Cheese Please for Healthy Teeth

It is our goal as dentists to inform our patients f their current oral conditions, and to provide multiple treatment plan options to choose from that will improve their oral condition. We understand that it is not realistic, or practical, to assume that every patient wants the ideal treatment plan, which is why we pride […]