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Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more -
Can I use mouthwash instead of flossing?
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.
While mouthwash goes a long way in improving your oral care, it is not a substitute for flossing. Mouthwashes and flossing provide different benefits that you should understand. Mouthwash Benefits Mouthwash comes Read more -
What is gum disease?
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection of the gum tissues, and is something seen all too often by the doctor. Extending from inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) Read more -
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more -
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.
Capturing the Moment At Paul J Gauthier DMD PLLC we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important Read more -
Treatments for Tooth Discoloration
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.
Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile. Read more -
Double Duty
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.
If you play a contact sport, you know about mouthguards. You know about the cushioning protection they provide for your teeth. And not just your teeth—mouthguards also help protect your Read more -
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more -
The Connection Between Your Mouth and Your Heart
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.
At Paul J Gauthier DMD PLLC, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place Read more -
Fluorosis: What is it?
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.
Many people think dental fluorosis is a disease, but it’s not; it’s a condition that affects the appearance of your tooth’s enamel, not the function or health of the teeth. Read more -
Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.
The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more -
Electric Toothbrush Innovations
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.
If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out Read more -
Is there a correlation between my dental and cardiovascular health?
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.
YES! Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than Read more -
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more -
Healthy Resolutions for Healthy Teeth
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.
Every January 1st, you have your resolutions ready. No more nail biting. Lose ten pounds. Stop smoking. None of us are happy about those annoying bad habits we’ve picked up Read more -
Charcoal Toothpaste
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.
Despite the extraordinary claims made for charcoal toothpaste, most dentists think that the accuracy of these claims is a very gray area. So, what is the theory behind using activated Read more