From the chair
Notes on keeping your smile healthy.
Answers to the questions we hear most often in the office, from our dentists in Lewes. Have a question we haven't covered? Ask us at your next visit.
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2025
- Wisdom Teeth: What You Need to KnowWisdom teeth — also known as third molars — are the last set of molars to develop in the back of your mouth. Most people get them between the ages of 17 and…
- Wedding-Ready Smiles: Cosmetic Dental Options for Brides, Grooms & GuestsWedding season is a time of joyful celebrations, stunning photos, and cherished memories. Whether you’re the bride, groom, or part of the wedding party, your…
- Oral Cancer Awareness: Know the Signs, Save LivesApril is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a disease that affects tens of thousands of people every year—but is often…
- Why Dental Checkups Are Key for KidsAs parents, we want the best for our children—including a lifetime of healthy smiles! One of the most important steps in maintaining good oral health is…
2024
- How Cold Weather Affects Your Teeth and How to Protect ThemAs the temperature drops and winter settles in, you may notice that your teeth feel a little more sensitive than usual. Cold weather can have a surprising…
- Everything You Need to Know About Dental VeneersIf you’ve ever dreamed of having a flawless smile, dental veneers might be the solution for you. Veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry…
- Back-to-School Dental Tips: How to Keep Your Child’s Smile Healthy All YearAs the school year kicks off, parents are busy making sure their children are prepared for success—new clothes, school supplies, and a well-balanced lunchbox.…
- The Benefits of Professional Teeth WhiteningSummer is a season filled with special occasions—weddings, reunions, vacations, and more. As you prepare for these memorable events, you likely focus on…
2023
- Do Not Take a Vacation from Your Dental HealthAs summer kicks into high gear, many of us are embarking on long-awaited vacations. While we prepare our luggage, plan our itineraries, and look forward to a…
- Invisalign Vs. Traditional Braces: Which is Right for You?In the world of orthodontics, Invisalign and traditional braces are the two most common options when it comes to straightening teeth. Each offers unique…
- The Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Health: What You Need to KnowDid you know that your oral health has a direct impact on your overall health? Research has shown that there is a strong connection between dental health and…
- Dental Bonding: The Simple Solution to Transform Your SmileDental bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure that involves applying a tooth-colored resin material to the surface of a tooth to improve its appearance. It is…
- How Can Dental Implants Restore Your Natural SmileDental implants are a great solution for the missing teeth. The process is simple and the results are long lasting. Whether you’ve lost a tooth due to age,…
2022
- 3 Tips to Protect Teeth Against Gum RecessionIf you’re familiar with the phrase “long in the tooth,” you might think gum recession only affects people later in life. But this is a myth – gum recession can…
- What are Dental Sealants?Many parents worry about their children’s teeth developing cavities. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the risk of childhood tooth decay. Besides teaching…
- Why Flossing MattersToothbrush bristles can only reach about two-thirds of our teeth. They can’t access the areas between our teeth or under the gumline, where food debris and…
- Reasons to Get Invisalign (Besides Straighter Teeth)Many people are already aware of Invisalign as a convenient, discreet way to straighten teeth without traditional metal braces. But what if you and your…
- Water Activities and Dental HealthAs the weather warms up, you’re probably looking forward to spending time at the pool or the beach. Water activities might seem completely unrelated to oral…
- Did You Know? Fun 6 Facts About Your MouthFrom your lips to your teeth to your tongue, your mouth is a weird and wonderful place. It lets you eat, talk, and smile. These surprising mouth facts will…
- What You Need to Know About a Dental CrownA dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that can either be placed on an implanted post or over an existing tooth. Crowns can be made of various materials for…
2021
- The Chemistry of Healthy TeethBrushing and flossing are the basics of good oral hygiene, but there’s more to a healthy smile. Keeping your mouth less acidic, which will protect your tooth…
- Bruxism: Stop the GrindWith the increase in stress from lock-downs, unemployment, social media controversy and many other stressors, bruxism increased by 59% as of last year,…
- Protect Your Smile with a MouthguardSchool has begun. Autumn is starting. Pumpkin spice is sprouting up everywhere. And along with all that comes sports, specifically football and basketball in…
- Health Benefits Of A Smile: Add Smiling To Your Health RoutineYou’re eating right, exercising, getting rest, all those good things that help keep you in the best of health. Have you added smiling to your health regimen?…
- 5 Types of Restorative Dental TreatmentRestorative dentistry is the branch of dentistry which covers all areas of dental restoration; including preserving dental structures, repairing broken or…
- Canker Sores- Triggers and RemediesCanker Sores: Causes and Treatment
- Dentures 101When you think of dentures, do you picture George Washington’s teeth or the cartoon dentures shown in glasses of water? Modern dentures have come a long way…
- Night Guards and Teeth GrindingTeeth grinding is a more common problem than you might think. According to the American Dental Association, up to 15% of adults grind their teeth during their…
2020
- The Benefits of Invisalign TreatmentIn the past, if you wanted to straighten your teeth, there was only one choice available – traditional, wired-in, metal braces. However, orthodontics has…
- Halloween and Dental HealthHalloween is just around the corner. It’s a time for spooky movies, fun, scary decorations, wild costumes, and plenty of sugary, tasty treats.
- From Dental to Overall HealthFrom Dental Health to Overall Health
- Impact of What We Drink on Oral HealthMost people have heard of the negative impact drinking sugary liquids, such as soda, can have in their teeth. Here, we want to cover a little more extensively…
- Plaque and Tartar: What they are and How to Keep them Under ControlPlaque and tartar, two words frequently heard during a visit to the dentist, are prime culprits when it comes to tooth decay and gum disease. However, most…
- Getting Your Child Ready for the DentistThere is nothing more beautiful than the smile of a child. However, to keep those smiles looking their best and to prevent tooth decay, it’s important he or…
- Gum Recession: Minimizing Your RisksThe expression “getting long in the tooth” refers to gum recession connected with aging. As the gums recede, the teeth look longer. But not all situations…
2019
- Relief for a Burned MouthHave ever burned your mouth or tongue by taking a nice big bite out of a hot slice of pizza, sipping a spoonful of boiling soup, fresh off the stove, or…
- Sugars Come in Many GuisesPie, ice cream, sodas, and cake are some of the foods that come to mind when we think about the sugar we get in our diet. But many foods we may not think of as…
- What to do About a ToothacheA toothache can strike without apparent notice, sometimes at the most inopportune times – at the beginning of the weekend or over the holidays. But no matter…
- Why Do I have White Spots on My Teeth?It’s not an uncommon occurrence to look in the mirror and find you have stains on your teeth. And these stains can come in many different colors. They may be…
- There are no Vacations from Oral HygieneSummer is here and with it comes family vacations, camping, traveling, and exploring new places. These are an exciting next few months, but before you leave…
- Defeating Bad BreathImagine sitting in the middle of a date, an interview, or a party with friends and realizing your breath is far from minty-fresh. We’ve all been there.…
- Some Facts About Root CanalsThere’s an old cliché: “That’s worse than getting a root canal”, sometimes expressed as, “I’d rather have a root canal than….”. Don’t worry, any dental…
- Introduction to Veneers[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Some of us have teeth that are not as white or as close to perfection as we would like them to be. Perhaps a tooth has been…
- The Connection Between Gum Disease and DementiaDementia affects tens of millions of people worldwide with millions of new cases being reported each year.