Dental anxiety and fear are very real and maybe more common than you think. With May being Mental Health Awareness month, we felt it fitting to shine some light on the fear and anxiety of coming to, being at or needing to see the dentist. Rest assured, Dr. Spear and his team know this to be true and help soothe... read more »

Oftentimes, dental pathology, like medical problems, can go unnoticed as they don't "alert" a person until things have gotten very bad. In medicine, chronic high blood pressure can result in a stroke. In dentistry, a small asymptomatic cavity can grow to result in very painful pulpitis (the dreaded toothache) and the need for a root canal or worse. It is... read more »

Mental Health Issues Are Common If you or someone you love struggles with mental illness, you are one of many who struggle with this burden. In the U.S. alone mental illness and disorders are higher than ever and are the leading cause of illness and disability. In fact, about 1 in every 4 adults have a mental condition in the... read more »

Your smile can help you do many things, like talk, eat, bite, laugh, and speak. However, that’s only the case if you take good care of it. Therefore, you need to make sure to avoid the damaging oral hygiene tools in the world today. A dental scaler is one of the only tools that can completely, safely, and effectively remove... read more »

Ideally, keeping healthy teeth and gums is the goal. Not having consistent and healthy oral health habits can result in cavities, also known as tooth decay, though there are many contributing factors. Cavities are damaged areas on the hard surface of your teeth that can lead to pain and more serious oral health issues if not treated. Tooth decay (cavities)... read more »

A report stating that the dental insurance industry generated $82+ billion dollars in the U.S. in 2020 is a pretty clear indication that dental insurance is here to stay. About 90 percent of employers with 500 or more employees offer dental benefits and about 50 percent of all companies offer dental coverage. Dental insurance is becoming a common health benefit.... read more »

Maintaining a healthy smile takes a lifetime of care and commitment. It's crucial to take the right steps every day to take care of your teeth and gums to prevent oral problems. The right care starts with the right products and habits. Brush Properly: Frequency, Technique, Time, Tools Frequency It is a general recommendation to brush at least twice a... read more »

Have you ever wondered when and where toothbrushes were invented? Toothbrushes have an interesting history that goes back thousands of years. Dr. Spear and our team are happy to share some fun toothbrush facts with you. the Egyptians and Babylonians used a twig with a frayed end to clean their teeth beginning around 3500 BC. In Ancient China (around 1600... read more »

Sometimes the dental world can be a bit confusing and complex, especially if you don’t know much about the treatments, techniques, and language provided and used. This can lead to many questions. Today, our dentist, Dr. Spear, would like to clear any of that confusion by talking to you more about fluoride. So, if you have questions about fluoride in... read more »

Take a look at your toothbrush. Do you take care of it? Your toothbrush is your key to a healthy smile, and it is important to care for it well. Toothbrushes only last for 3-4 months. If you have had yours longer than that, you need to replace it. But don’t worry! There are lots of fun colors and styles,... read more »