posted: Oct. 15, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Bonnett & Murphy Dental Associates PC hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface Read more

posted: Oct. 08, 2024.

You have a lot going on. School. Sports. Activities. Family. Friends. Teens lead busy lives and have busy schedules, so you need to budget your time and energy. One thing Read more

posted: Oct. 01, 2024.

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more

posted: Sep. 24, 2024.

As we all know, or should by now, the key to maintaining great oral health is keeping up with a daily plan of flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash. These three Read more

posted: Sep. 17, 2024.

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more

posted: Sep. 10, 2024.

From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease And really, Read more

posted: Sep. 03, 2024.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more

posted: Aug. 27, 2024.

Fluoride is a mineral that plays an essential role in oral health. In fact, the significant reduction in American tooth decay in recent decades can be attributed to a greater Read more

posted: Aug. 20, 2024.

While the doctor and our team tell you daily oral hygiene habits, such as brushing and flossing, are essential to optimal oral health, regular dental checkups at Bonnett & Murphy Read more

posted: Aug. 13, 2024.

Even before a baby is born, those tiny baby teeth are already forming. Expectant mothers can help ensure that their children’s baby teeth will be strong and healthy by getting Read more

posted: Aug. 06, 2024.

You’re biting into something delicious, and, Ouch! You bite into something you didn’t mean to—the inside of your tender cheek. Painful moments like this happen every now and again. But if Read more

posted: Jul. 30, 2024.

If you suffer from dental anxiety, we understand that paying a visit to our office can seem like a nearly impossible mission. Regardless of what the root of that anxiety Read more

posted: Jul. 23, 2024.

Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more

posted: Jul. 16, 2024.

Do you have a space where a tooth used to be? Were you born with a missing tooth? Are you getting ready for dentures? You may be a good candidate Read more

posted: Jul. 09, 2024.

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are Read more

posted: Jul. 02, 2024.

On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more