To reduce your risks of oral cancer, it is strongly recommended to stop tobacco use in any form, limit your alcohol intake to no more than two servings a day, and eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. A recent study on oral cancer that suggests increasing fruits and vegetables in your diet reduces your risk for oral cancer due... read more »

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and our team is participating in spreading the word about the importance of regular dental check-ups, as they often serve as early screenings for oral cancer. During your regular check-up and cleaning, our trained and experienced team will look for areas that may be in the early signs of oral cancer.  Though oral cancer... read more »

Our office believes in the best oral health care and products.  We use titanium dental implants which are the newest and most effective way to replace teeth or support your bridge, partial or denture. An implant, or mini dental implant, is placed in the jaw and allowed to heal; then restored in the manner that best re-establishes your chewing function. Let... read more »

There are always risks and potential complications associated with any oral surgery. Rest assured that Dr. Petrusha will check not only your oral health in preparation for the procedure, but also your medical health. He wants to be sure you are healthy enough for the surgery and that you will heal properly as well. The success rate for dental implants... read more »

Dental implants not only look great there are many other benefits to them as well.  Dental implants are designed to be permanent which means they have the potential to last for the entire lifetime of the patient. A patient will not have to worry about having to replace or redo the dental implants again and again. The success rate is... read more »

If you are missing a single tooth, or if you have a removable partial, you could be a great candidate for a dental implant. A dental implant has many advantages including a natural looking and functioning tooth while, not risking the health of the surrounding teeth. Your bone will be better preserved, since dental implants are integrated with your jawbone, which... read more »

We love our clients, from our youngest to our oldest, each one is special to us, and we hope that you enjoy being a part of our family of patients. We understand that feeling anxious about a routine check-up or a visit for a procedure is common and we hope to help you manage and overcome your fear. A good way... read more »

Fear of the dentist is common, and usually begins in childhood with a negative experience. We take extra care of our young patients and try to make their visits to our office a fun and learning experience! We show ‘our’ kids how to brush and floss properly while we clean their teeth. We look for new teeth coming in, or about to come... read more »

If you are looking for a creative gift that will be appreciated, consider a gift certificate for cosmetic dentistry from our office! While most dental benefits will not provide for optional services such as teeth whitening or veneers, these are services that can greatly enhance a person’s smile. Contact our office today for details on gift certificates. We look forward to... read more »

February is the National Children’s Dental health month and is an ideal time for parents to help their children maintain a healthy smile. Supervising their brushing and flossing will help ensure that their oral health is excellent. Limit candy and fruit drinks, as these treats are harmful to teeth. Sport drinks are high in acid and sugar, and are also harmful... read more »

Why do you need to let us know if you have high blood pressure? Research shows that some drugs used for treating high blood pressure (anti-hypertensive medicines) can cause dry mouth or change your sense of taste. Some medications may make you more likely to faint when you are raised from the flat position in our dental chair to a... read more »

Yes! When a person is stressed, they are likely to grind their teeth at night (this is called bruxism) which can wear down your teeth and cause problems. How do you know if you are doing this when you sleep? When you wake up in the morning or from a nap, do you have a headache, or does your jaw... read more »

We have started a brand new year, and that means setting goals for 2020 - how about making sure your child's dental care is a priority this year. How important are "baby" teeth? A lot more important than you might realize, actually. Primary teeth do more for your child than allow them to eat hard or chewy foods. They also... read more »

If so, we hope that you are among the few that have kept them so far! If not, you can allow yourself to get back on track since the year is still early. If living a healthier lifestyle is among your resolutions, your teeth and gums will benefit, too! Healthier foods are better for your teeth than "junk" foods, and... read more »

Happy New Year to our patients and their families! With the start of a new year, many of you have dental benefits that have now renewed. Many health plans provide two professional cleanings, annual X-rays, and examinations. If you have not scheduled your first appointment for 2020, please contact our office. We love to help our patients with their dental... read more »

With the New Year soon to be here, now is a great time to schedule your first appointment of 2020.  Regular dental care is an important step in leading a healthy lifestyle, and is a wonderful resolution for the New Year.  You may have benefits with a dental plan provider that will cover most or all of the services available... read more »

No one wants to think about a dental emergency during this festive season, but we want you to be prepared if an emergency should arise. If a tooth is knocked out: first, locate the tooth. Hold it by the crown (not by the roots) and rinse it if it's dirty. Do not scrub it. Place it in a glass of... read more »

We love our clients; from our youngest to our oldest, each one is special to us, and we hope that you enjoy being a part of our family of patients. We understand that feeling anxious about a routine check-up or a visit for a procedure is common and we hope to help you manage and overcome your fear. A good... read more »

If your holidays are typical, then you will be busy in these next few months! The sooner you contact us for your appointment, the more we can do for you to help you take advantage of your dental benefits plan. When you utilize your plan, you can be confident that you are taking excellent care of your teeth and helping... read more »

Our office believes in the best oral health care and products. We use titanium dental implants which are the newest and most effective way to replace teeth or support your bridge, partial or complete denture. An implant, or mini dental implant, is placed in the jaw and allowed to heal. Your healthy-looking smile is then restored in the manner that... read more »