Are you aware that one of the ways we at SCM Dentistry use laser bacterial reduction therapy (LBR) is to ward off gum disease? LBR...

Q: Can bad oral hygiene cause heart problems? A: Yes! There is a strong connection between oral health and heart health. That’s because...

Healthy gums are pink and firm. If your gums become red, puffy/swollen, or blood starts appearing in the sink when you’re brushing your...

The use of laser treatments in dentistry has been around for years and has also been a part of the SCM Dentistry practice as well. As the...

Q: “Nothing hurts. Could it still be a cavity?” Ans: Yes. Whether you experience pain or not will be dependent on a few factors, such as:...

There are several types of floss on the market today, but what type of floss is right for your teeth? Let's take a look; floss picks or...

People skipped going to the dentist during the pandemic. It’s time to catch up. (REPRINT FROM WALL ST. JOURNAL) | By Laura Landro |...

This is a great question, but first let's look at what flossing does and why it's important. Flossing contributes to good dental hygiene...

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Lisa Wu, DDS to the SCM Dentistry family. ​ Dr. Wu received her distinguished doctor of dental surgery...

By Kathryn Gilliam, BA, RDH, FAAOSH (reprint from Periolinks.com) Most dental health professionals know that periodontal disease can...

Whether it's sharp and sudden or dull and constant, tooth pain is hard to ignore. A toothache or tooth pain is caused when the nerve in...

Achieving healthy teeth takes a lifetime of care. Even if you’ve been told that you have nice teeth, it’s crucial to take the right steps...

1. Strengthens those pearly whites Drinking water with fluoride, which is “nature’s cavity fighter” is one of the easiest and most...

A dental emergency is anything but routine. With dental emergencies, usually obvious and immediate action is necessary to address severe...

You've been told by your dentist plenty of times that brushing and flossing every day are important in keeping your teeth and gums...

Did you know that 100 million Americans fail to see a dentist each year, even though regular dental examinations and good oral hygiene...

Today is National Dentist Day and we recognize Dr. Michael Dugas, DDS. Dr. Dugas is a strong patient advocate, and he is always looking...

You may want to call or visit more than one dentist before making your decision. Dental care is a very personalized service that requires...

1. The average person produces 10,000 gallons of spit over a lifetime. That's good thing because saliva helps keep teeth clean. 2. 78% of...