Dental Blog

Most people need dental implants. Statistics tell us that almost 7 in 10 adults between the ages of 34 and 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth due to injury, disease or some other cause. Losing a single tooth may not seem like a big deal, but it can set off a cascade of events that could lead to...

We know and understand the importance of vitamin D for bone health. We’ve been taught since we were kids to drink milk in order to build strong bones. But do we know how vital this vitamin is for good oral health? We rarely hear how important it is for strong, healthy teeth. So while millions are missing teeth or muddling...

The holidays have passed, but the impact of those sugary treats you may have eaten has not. After a holiday, most of us go on and on about its consequences to our waistlines, but our teeth are probably suffering, too. Sugar consumption and poor oral health go hand-in-hand. People consume an estimated 130 pounds of sugar per person per year....

Dental Implants: The Closest Thing to Having Your Own Teeth Dental implants are truly game-changing. The technology has evolved to the point where we can offer them to most patients. The success rate for this procedure is the envy of other procedures, especially with our office’s unique approach. At Westoverhills Family Dental we know many of our patients and prospective...