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Are Your Teeth Sensitive to Whitening like Drew Barrymore's? Here's What You Can Do
posted: Oct. 25, 2021.
Best known for her roles in E.T. and Ever After, and more recently as a suburban mom/zombie on Netflix's Santa Clarita Diet, Drew Barrymore is now bringing her trademark Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
How Crown Lengthening Can Improve Your Smile
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
Crown lengthening, also known as a gum lift, is generally performed by the doctor in order to improve the health of the gum tissue, or to prepare the mouth for
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Why Is Your Smile Gummy? Here Are 4 Possibilities
posted: Oct. 15, 2021.
What makes a beautiful smile? Beautiful teeth, for sure. But there's also another component that can make or break your smile, regardless of your teeth's condition: your gums. Although Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Pregnancy: What should I know about my oral care?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
the doctor and our team at Dr. Raymond B. van Gennip know this is an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your new little one. We want to
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What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Dr.
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Gum Disease Can Be Stopped but You Could Be in For a Long Fight
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
It often begins without you realizing it—spreading ever deeper into the gums and damaging tissue attachments, teeth and supporting bone in its way. In the end, it could cause Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Periodontics and Braces Treatment
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
Most people think braces are all about their teeth. While it is true orthodontics is meant to move your teeth into proper position, there's more to it than that. To
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Don't Delay Treatment of Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 25, 2021.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a bacterial infection, which if left untreated could cause gum recession, bone loss and eventually tooth loss. Caused mainly by plaque left on tooth surfaces Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Good Dental Hygiene Impacts Overall General Health
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall general health. There are naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of those bacteria, including
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Vivica Fox and Zendaya Have This in Common: A Gorgeous Smile
posted: Sep. 15, 2021.
Kill Bill fans have been pressing for a third installment of the stylized revenge tale since Kill Bill, Volume 2 hit the theaters in 2004. Finally, filmmaker Quentin Tarantino Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Proper Brushing Techniques
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums
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September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
Can you believe it's already September? At Dr. Raymond B. van Gennip, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t
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Be Better Prepared For Tooth-Related Injuries
posted: Sep. 05, 2021.
Disasters are an unfortunate part of life—and not just on the epic scale of a hurricane, flood or earthquake. You could easily find yourself having your own "personal pizza"-sized Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends.
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There Are a Several Possible Causes for a Gummy Smile
posted: Aug. 26, 2021.
Besides straight and translucent teeth, an attractive smile has another important component: balance. In a great smile, the visible areas of the teeth and gums are in balanced proportion Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that
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