Entries by DHP Dental

2 Great Reasons to Get Same Day Crowns

Crowns are good for protecting your tooth enamel and restoring the appearance of your teeth. Dental crowns last for a long time and can strengthen damaged teeth. Many people have crowns. If you’ve ever gotten a crown, you know that traditional crowns are installed over multiple dental appointments. During the first visit, the tooth enamel […]

The Purpose of Saliva in Your Mouth

A component of your mouth that you may not consider very often is saliva, but once you are informed of its critical role in your oral health, we think you will consider it frequently. We invite you to learn more about the purpose of saliva and how it benefits your smile. Your salivary glands produce […]

Why You Should Clean Your Tongue

Most people know that keeping your pearly whites clean is a crucial part of keeping your teeth and oral health in excellent shape. You are probably aware that failing to keep your teeth and gums clean could make you more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disease. In fact, we usually recommend setting up an […]

First Aid for a Knocked Out Tooth

The American Association of Endodontists estimates that nearly five million teeth are knocked out each year as a result of athletic activities or household accidents. To help you provide quality first aid in a time like this Dr. Christopher McGonigle offers these simple tips. If there is blood or debris in your mouth you can […]

The Truth About Fluoride

It doesn’t take a very long internet search to find out that there is a lot of misinformation about fluoride out there. It is certainly a controversial topic, mainly with regards to it being added to public water supplies. While we don’t want to weigh in on the controversy, at Advanced Dental Care we do […]