With a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic upon us, some people are delaying visits to see their dentist or oral surgeon. Unlike March 2020, however, the American Dental Association is not currently recommending postponement of dental visits. Medical providers and staff have had a great deal of training since the initial outbreak. Procedures are […]

Did you know that a pandemic can affect your teeth? That’s right–as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting anxiety, dentists and oral surgeons are seeing an increase in teeth grinding, also known as bruxism. According to the Centers for Disease Control, public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel […]

Halloween can be almost as scary for dentists as it is for children. Just imagine all of those cavities and broken teeth from eating too much candy! But dentists don’t want to spoil all of your fun, so we thought we would share this video survey of dentist’s favorite Halloween treats from the American Dental […]

Back to school preparation and safety has take on a new meaning in 2020. If your child is going back to a classroom and participating in fall sports, make sure their new supplies include a mouth guard. Remember, the cost of a mouthguard is less expensive than the cost to treat a facial injury. Here’s […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot of things about our day-to-day lives, including dental appointments. Your health and safety are as important to us as they are to you. Every concern you’ve had, we’ve had too. As your dentists, we have reviewed all of the expert guidance and research to make sure we’re taking […]

Ryan was referred to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon after a tooth extraction revealed an aggressive tumor in his jaw. This is his story about undergoing fibula free flap reconstruction. From the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Transcript Ryan: I had a pain in my right jaw, tooth. So, went to my dentist, […]

The health and safety of our patients have always been very important to us, and the current COVID-19 crisis has brought even more focus on our day to day procedures. We are taking care of urgent and emergent needs and anticipate being open for all services very soon. What We are Doing Oral and Facial […]

This infographic from the ADA Health Policy Institute shows data on oral health status, attitudes and dental care utilization among West Virginia adults as of 2015, by income level, based on a household survey. Can’t see the infographic? Download it here: https://www.ada.org:443/~/media/ADA/Science%20and%20Research/HPI/OralHealthWell-Being-StateFacts/West-Virginia-Oral-Health-Well-Being.pdf. Download a PDF of the infographic. “West Virginia’s Oral Health and Well-Being,” an […]