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A Healthy Dose of Sun

For Natural Vitamin D We all know that overexposure to the sun can cause harm. Sunburns are painful, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a contributing risk factor for skin cancer. But it's not all bad. The sun's energy is critical for life on Earth, and indeed, moderate exposure can play [...]

X-Rays From Our Perspective

X-Rays are critical to the practice of dentistry. And the benefits are profound. But dentists are sometimes guilty of dismissing patient concerns, as in, "Don't worry, you'll be fine." We do believe the judicious use of X-Rays is in our patients' best interests. But patients deserve to know why. Radiography [...]

Dental X-Ray FAQs

All You Wanted to Know About The X-Ray Why do I need an X-Ray? An X-Ray, or radiographic examination, provides us with an important preventative tool. It shows the condition of your teeth, its roots, jaw placement, and the overall composition of your facial bones. X-Rays can help determine the [...]