April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

Oral cancer is an extremely deadly cancer that is unfortunately not detected until the later stages.  When you go to the dentist for your routine exam, and oral cancer screening is typically administered by both the hygienist and the dentist.  However, a routine...

What is Internal Resorption of a Tooth?

Internal resorption of a tooth is a pathologic process that results in the loss of hard tissue, such as dentin, cementum, or bone.  Internal resorption occurs within the root canal space and is an inflammatory condition within the pulp tissue.  Patients typically have...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

You know it’s that time of year when McDonald’s brings out their minty Shamrock Shake!  So, whether you’re Irish or not, we hope you have a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day!

2018 Marionaires Barbershop Chorus Concert: April 28

It’s time for the annual Marionaires Barbershop Chorus Concert!  This year it will be on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 7:00 pm at the Marion Palace Theatre.  Doors open and organ begins at 6:00 pm.  Guest quartets are “Unfinished Business” and...

What Is Endodontic Therapy?

More commonly referred to as root canal therapy, endodontic therapy is performed to save a tooth in which the nerves and blood vessels of the tooth have been irreversibly damaged.  The tissue of nerves and blood vessels is called the pulp.  Endodontic therapy removes...

Whole Body Health: Know Your Numbers

February is heart health month, so it’s a good time to not only focus on your dental health, but also whole body health.  Research has shown links between high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels, obesity, and the risk for developing cardiovascular...

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Find someone you love and give them a hug — it’s Valentine’s Day!  We hope you have a great day!
What is Periodontal Charting?

What is Periodontal Charting?

Periodontal charting is a very important aspect in the health of the dental patient.  It is a way to measure gum tissue health and the numbers represent the depth at which the tissue attaches to the tooth.  This depth is the difference in height between the level of...

January 30: National Plan for Vacation Day

There seems to be a day for everything now.  Just a few days ago was National Chocolate Cake Day. But this one really made us feel warm inside on a cold winter day … today is National Plan for Vacation Day!  It’s a day to encourage Americans to declare...