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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
Capturing the Moment At Gateway Dentistry we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details Read more -
Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more -
Osteoporosis and Dental Health
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
What do we know about osteoporosis? We may know that this disease makes the bones more brittle and vulnerable. We may know that osteoporosis is the cause of many a Read more -
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more -
How do I pick the right toothpaste for my needs?
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
With so many toothpastes available in so many price ranges, it can be difficult to be sure you are selecting the right one for your needs. You need a product Read more -
Planning Your Vegetarian Diet with Your Oral Health in Mind
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
If you’ve been following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you know that there’s much more to living a healthy life than simply avoiding meat products. Making sure your diet includes Read more -
Implants: Why it's important to replace missing teeth
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
The average adult has 32 teeth, a combination of molars, canines, and incisors. By middle age, however, most adults are missing at least one tooth due to an injury, decay, Read more -
The Link Between HPV and Oral Cancer
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
Cancer has become a common word, and it seems like there is new research about it every day. We know antioxidants are important. We know some cancers are more treatable Read more -
My gums are shrinking!
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more -
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more -
Healthy Resolutions for Healthy Teeth
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
Every January 1st, you have your resolutions ready. No more nail biting. Lose ten pounds. Stop smoking. None of us are happy about those annoying bad habits we’ve picked up Read more -
My mouth is dry. What can I do?
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into Read more -
Are thumb sucking and pacifier habits harmful for a child’s teeth?
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health Read more -
What is gingivitis, and how can I treat it?
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it Read more -
Four Oral Health Issues Seniors Face
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
Oral health is an important and often overlooked component of an older person’s general health and well-being. the doctor and our team know that for many of our older patients, Read more -
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 22, 2022.
Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more