If you are a smoker and have been thinking about quitting, now is a good time to start. Not only will your lungs and body benefit, but did you know that your smile will improve as well? Smoking lowers blood flow to the gums along with vitamin C absorption-- which gum tissues need to stay healthy. Because smoking raises your... read more »

The uncontrollable growth of cells that invade and cause damage to the neighboring tissue is called cancer. There are many types of cancer, manifesting in many different areas of the body. Oral cancer, which includes cancers of the tongue, lips, floor of the mouth, cheeks, and hard palate, can be life threatening if it is not found, diagnosed, and treated... read more »