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With all of the recent research regarding the effect of sugar on your body, many people find themselves switching to alternative sweeteners to combat diabetes, weight gain, and even tooth decay. It’s best to talk to your dentist in Monroe, MI before settling on a sweetener based solely on the fact that it will be better for your teeth.

Coconut sugar, honey, and maple syrup all have one thing in common with cane and beet sugar – they are still sugar-containing foods that feed cavity-causing bacteria. Bacteria cause acidity within the mouth, which softens enamel. Once enamel becomes soft, a cavity has the potential to form.

Artificial Sweeteners and Health

Artificial sweeteners can ...

The adverse effects that tobacco has on your body are endless. From trouble with breathing to oral cancer, most of us realize that smoking or using tobacco products is harmful to our health. But there are actually many ways that tobacco impacts your oral health that may surprise you. Your dentist in Monroe, MI shares some examples.

Periodontal Health

Did you know that people who smoke or use tobacco products are more susceptible to lower immunity resulting in more infections?

Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the tissues and bone that support your teeth, making smokers more likely to develop gum disease. Tobacco use makes it harder to heal from periodontal therapy since ...

When you are missing one or more teeth, it’s important to deal with the gap in your smile. If you let it go, you run the risk of your healthy teeth shifting and our bite changing, which can lead to losing more teeth.

One of the ways to bridge this gap is an artificial restoration called a dental bridge. Just as it sounds, it “bridges” the gap between two teeth. The most common way for a bridge to be placed is to attach it to the supporting teeth on either side of the space, or to attach it to dental crowns the same way.

Although a dental implant is generally considered the ...

With so many dental offices out there today, it can be difficult to find the right place for your family. We understand that families have busy schedules year-round, and we are proud to offer a wide array of services to meet the needs of the whole family in one stop. Here's some of the services that we offer: 

• CEREC Single-Visit Crowns: Traditional crowns need to be ordered from a lab, which often takes 3 or more weeks. We offer same-day crowns that you can finish your entire treatment in one visit. 
• Clear Correct Invisible Braces: Invisible braces are a great option for kids and adults alike who are looking for a straighter ...