“On Wednesday’s we wear pink!” (Dr. Britten and his surgical assistants in their pink surgical gowns!) It is Breast Cancer Awareness month and in honor of those fighting or who have fought this disease as a patient or a support...
There are so many incredible organizations banding together to send relief to all those affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. America is such a generous nation and we want to be part of the movement to help those in...
During a dental hygiene visit, patients often ask our hygienists, “Do I have a lot of plaque?” Or, your hygienist or dentist may you that during your exam they are checking your “plaque score” and give you a grade, based...
Advanced Periodontal Disease and Tooth Loss in Smokers Quitting smoking can be very difficult to committing to, even if you know the health risks and potential benefits of giving up. Most people are all too well aware of the links...
Dr. Todd M. Britten and the team at Britten Periodontics & Implant Dentistry is gearing up for their 3rd annual Free Dental Day for Veterans. The event is scheduled for November 3rd, 2017. “We all know someone who has served...
Headaches, neck pain, and frequent jaw tenderness or popping are signs you may be suffering from a TMJ condition. What is the difference betweenTMJ and TMD? The TMJ, or temporomandibular joints, are the two joints on each side of the...
If you have dental implants, you're expecting them to last a many years, or perhaps a lifetime. In most cases they do, giving patients a fully restored, beautiful, functional smile. Experts estimate between 3-20% of implants fail. This is often...
If you’ve noticed sores or white ulcerations in your mouth, it’s possible you have a non-contagious disease known as Lichen Planus. Many patients do not even realize they have it because it may cause no noticeable symptoms. Many times, you may...
Dental implants can dramatically improve the appearance and health of your smile. If you have one or more dental implants in your mouth, it is important to be on the lookout for the signs of peri-implant disease. Bleeding gums, gingivitis,...
Smoking is notoriously dangerous to your health. While the health risks of smoking are well known, you may be surprised to learn that smoking can dramatically impact the health and condition of your teeth and gums. Smoking can aggravate some...
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