Are you concerned about gums that bleed with flossing? Occasional sensitivity to cold or sweets? Nagging toothache or jaw pain? Buildup of tartar? Or just the discoloration of teeth from coffee, tea and wine? All of these questions come up on a daily basis for patients. We have answers! A routine preventative check-up can make [...]
What is your New Year's resolution? Like many people we have a few! Is having a healthy, glowing smile on that list? With dentistry it's so easy! All you need is to commit 1 hour of your time every 6 months to keep up-to-date with your mouth, the gateway to the rest of [...]
Washington Waves, Acrylic on Canvas. Cape Disappointment, Long Beach. By Ilona Furman. 1-6-16 Here is the latest painting to add to our office gallery collection! Dr. Furman's "art therapy" and creative development occurs after-hours when she doesn't see patients. Art & dentistry go hand-in-hand! [...]
The new year marks an exciting time for many folks: 2016 insurance benefits have renewed and two or more cleanings are covered (at no cost to you) starting now! For many people the dental professional cleaning includes fluoride treatment, digital x-rays and a comprehensive exam. These services are essentially free (insurance [...]
The smile says so much about you. Your teeth supply both form and function in everyday life. The gums demand the same maintenance and care as the rest of your body. Your first dental visit: a collection of data, a chance to get to know you--goals and concerns--and a guide for the long term. [...]
The holidays are upon us! Social gatherings galore... Have you wanted to bleach your teeth or clean up that coffee stain? Replace dark, discolored fillings & transform your smile? From white tooth colored fillings to veneers and bleaching trays, we have all of the options you need to [...]
The digital panoramic X-ray machine is unique in it's ability to capture clear images to allow the dentist to make proper diagnosis for head and neck areas, including wisdom teeth and jaw joints. Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are not meant for our small jaws. 9 out of 10 patients experience problems [...]
Many people grind and clench their teeth, a stress response. Often this happens at night. Protect your teeth with a custom-made, durable and long-lasting mouthguard. Our clinic uses a reputable lab to make a personalized guard just for you! It can be worn throughout the day or when you sleep. During a routine [...]
We want to clear up a common misconception about dental insurance. Family members and spouses: Each person has an annual maximum to use before the year ends. For example, each family member usually has between $1000 to $2,500 in benefits. You do not share this amount with family members, it is unique per individual! [...]
Our team took the sunny afternoon off to sing karaoke and eat ice cream!! Team building and having FUN is important in "recharging our batteries" before seeing patients. You would be happy to know that our well-rounded, outgoing and fun-loving group is also very talented outside of the clinic environment. Now... time to get back to patients [...]
