Dental Blog & Practice News

Tired of Fake Teeth and Dentures? Everything You Need To Know Before Your Appointment Dental Implants: All-on-4:

Disclaimer: “All on 4” is a registered trademark of NobelBiocare By Derek Gatta DMD MS FACP Before dental implants existed, removable dentures were the only choice for patients missing all of their teeth.  Dentures are acrylic plates fitted over your gums that let you chew soft foods, speak and smile.  They are certainly better than […]

Understanding Dental Implants: 6 Tips So You Know What to Expect

By Derek Gatta DMD MS FACP Dental implants are a game changer for tooth replacement therapy. Previously, patients did not have great options for replacing missing teeth. Patients usually received a dental bridge or removable teeth they had to take out at night. Dental implants are titanium posts and are very biocompatible. A dental surgeon places dental implants […]

7 Oral Hygiene Tips for a Healthy Smile!

Electric toothbrushes really DO work! They help stimulate the gums and deliver a more effective cleaning. For example: with Sonicare toothbrushes the brush head vibrates hundreds of times per second, and the latest models reach 31,000 strokes per minute or 62,000 movements per minute (517 Hz). Brushing alone only cleans 70% of your teeth, which is why we recommend flossing! Flossing not only helps […]

COVID-19 Office Upgrades

Our friends at Duct Doctors disinfected and thoroughly cleaned our HVAC system so our patients and team can breathe clean air!

COVID-19 Safety Upgrades

Health Pro Plus units from IQ Air of Switzerland We have invested in these state-of-the-art units for every treatment room to help ensure a safe environment.

Office Re-opening Procedures

04 May 2026 Dear Patients: We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a great deal over the past few months, and all of us look forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has stayed the same: our […]

COVID-19 Infection Control Procedures

Infection Control **New Procedure: When patients arrive at the dental office, they will be taken directly to an operatory/exam room. 1. Patient Health Screening- Every patient will complete a short pre-screen health interview, and their temperature will be taken. 2. Employees Health-Employees with a communicable illness will stay home from work. 3. An air purification […]