We’ve all been there—popping a piece of peppermint gum to freshen up before a meeting or to keep from snacking between meals. For the most part, sugar-free gum is a dentist’s best friend. It stimulates saliva, washes away food particles, and can even help strengthen tooth enamel. But like anything else, there is a limit. If you find yourself going through a pack a day, your jaw and your teeth might be trying to tell you something. Here is what happens when a casual habit turn

As a new mother, I have been inundated with BPA-free products from baby bottles to toys, so I know that the concern is real. While the American Dental Association states that BPA from sealants poses little risk to children (and that the exposure is actually 2-5x less than the estimated daily exposure from food and environmental sources) we like to be a step ahead. (www.ada.org/1766.aspx) We all try to do what’s best for our families, and at Parkview Dental we treat our pat

As we prepare for the holidays and start readying ourselves for 2025 it is important to remember that your dental insurance benefits will reset as of January 1st. If you have any dental treatment that has been planned or any procedures you would like to complete and you have dental benefits remaining, call or email our office ASAP to schedule your appointment before your benefits expire. Appointments are getting filled quickly so don’t wait! Wishing you a healthy, happy ho

The term All-on-4 refers to "all" teeth being supported "on four" dental implants, a surgical procedure of total rehabilitation for...