Several Surprisingly Unique Ideas for Committing to Excellent Oral Health Committing to good oral health is important, but you need the right habits to see real results.  Creating healthy habits can have a major impact over time. As James Clear says in “Atomic Habits,” “Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement.” Healthy oral habits start…

When you think about your oral health, what comes to mind? Most likely, you think about your teeth. While caring for them is crucial, teeth are only half the story. Gum health is essential to dental care and contributes to your body’s overall health.  Understanding your gum tissue, making lifestyle changes, and incorporating a few…

Want to know how to brush teeth correctly? During regular dental visits, we’re frequently asked by patients about how to brush teeth. And though we all know the importance of brushing our teeth twice a day, many patients wonder if they are brushing their teeth correctly or not. So we’ve put together this oral hygiene…

Using Technology To Give You the Best Possible Dental Care Advanced dental technology can transform your experience at the dentist, helping you know what to expect from your treatment, helping you stay more involved throughout the process, and giving you better overall results. Because of this, Dr. Oxley uses cutting-edge technology to ensure you’re comfortable…

Choose a dentist who gives you high-quality, compassionate care. Everyone needs a dentist, so dental offices are a common sight in any town. It’s easy to assume that all dentists are alike and that there isn’t a big difference between one office and another. But the truth is, there are more differences than you might…

A painful jaw may be a sign of TMJ or bruxism. Bruxism and TMJ (temporomandibular joint dysfunction) often occur in conjunction with each other, but they aren’t the same thing. These conditions can both impact how you’re able to bite, chew, and move your jaw, and they can both cause pain. Getting immediate treatment for…

What is oral cancer? Each year, oral cancer and oropharyngeal cancer claim the lives of over 11,000 individuals. Though by far not the deadliest of cancers, these statistics aren’t ones to take lightly. Thankfully, this type of cancer can be largely avoided with proper screenings and prevention strategies. And if you do receive a cancer…

Digital dental impressions mean no more putty impressions. Dental impressions are used widely in cosmetic dentistry. The conventional method is to use putty to create a mold that can be used to create a cast (a replica of your teeth), which is then utilized for procedures such as crowns, veneers, braces, implants, and bridges. If…

Achieve optimal oral health in your family. Are you dreaming of cavity-free teeth and shiny, white smiles for everyone in your family? Making the move to prioritize oral health as a family goal is a great way of not only preventing oral health issues like tooth decay, but also improving everyone’s overall health as well.  …

Our Favorite Healthy Recipes, Perfect for the Holidays You can smell it already: scents of gingerbread and cinnamon in the air. You catch a whiff of fresh pine every time you pass the Christmas tree. You’re dreaming of sugar plums and holiday delights. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. After all, the holidays…