The Benefits Of Routine Professional Teeth Cleaning Your oral health depends on two factors: your willingness to brush and floss regularly and your commitment to seeing your dentist every six months for an oral exam and professional teeth cleaning. You may wonder why you need to visit the dental professional so often if you are taking great care of your …

Unfortunately, cancer can occur anywhere, including the mouth. Early detection of oral cancer through the Velscope technology available in our office is critical in ensuring the best treatment outcome and a positive prognosis. Dental professionals go beyond just focusing on your teeth—they examine each area of your oral cavity. Routine oral exams performed by Dr. Williams and our Hygienists can …

Gum disease is an infection of the periodontal tissues that provide support for the teeth. These tissues include the gums, periodontal ligaments and the jawbone. Also called periodontal disease, this condition begins with bacteria-ridden plaque irritating the gum tissues. If this plaque is not removed with thorough brushing and flossing, it will turn into a hard substance called tartar. Once this …

Everyday Dental Hygiene Everyday dental hygiene is an essential component of preventative dentistry. Flossing and brushing twice daily is crucial to guarding against tooth decay and gum disease. Without these habits, plaque and tartar quickly begin to build. Brushing and flossing does not catch everything, which is why dentists suggest checkups (that include full dental cleaning) every six months. Since oral health …