Edison Periodontics and Implantology

09/04/2026

September is the perfect reset month.

The kids are back in school, routines are back in place, and it's a great time to take stock of your family's dental habits too. Summer has a way of throwing things off: later bedtimes, more sugary snacks and drinks, less structure around brushing and flossing.

The good news? It doesn't take much to get back on track. Two minutes of brushing twice a day and one minute of flossing before bed is really all it takes to make a meaningful difference in long-term oral health.

08/28/2026

Dental emergencies don't wait for convenient timing, and knowing what to do in the first few minutes can make a real difference.

Whether it's a knocked-out tooth, a lost crown, or a cut inside the mouth, this is a great quick read on how to stay calm and protect your smile until you can get to the dentist.
https://www.dailycourier.com/online_features/health_and_wellness/dental-emergency-tips-what-to-do-until-you-can-see-a-dentist/article_be225021-8bb0-53a0-8cd2-fa00aed11785.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawTYcUpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE3SExOU1FVakVkNUhjSFdZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtgOYcNwz71_RYM09dC9N0cedvGSdbsK3xr5C0evFhltmBZdlgeQ3eS58RuY_aem_8Ui0TBys2XLhl2qGhYUjIA

Key TakeawaysActing quickly during a dental emergency can improve the chances of saving a damaged tooth and preventing further complications.Knowing a few simple first-aid steps before you reach a dentist

08/20/2026

Sipping lemonade, iced coffee, and sports drinks all summer? These are some of the biggest culprits for enamel erosion and staining. Drinking through a straw and rinsing with water afterward can make a real difference for your smile.

08/12/2026

New research published in Nature Communications found that studying gum disease is giving scientists fresh insights into how inflammatory diseases, including cancer, progress in the body. Fascinating stuff, and another reminder of why keeping your mouth healthy matters well beyond your smile.

Researchers in the US have identified previously unrecognised changes in blood vessels that may help explain tissue destruction in oral disease The study by a team at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, the VCU School of Dentistry and the University of Pennsylvania—and published Nature Communi...

08/06/2026

Happy National Fresh Breath Day!

Fresh breath starts with a clean mouth, and that means more than just popping a mint. Brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and staying hydrated are the real MVPs of long-lasting fresh breath. Mints and gum can mask odors temporarily, but they don't address the bacteria causing them in the first place.

Pro tip: Don't forget your tongue! Bacteria love to hide there and are one of the most common causes of bad breath.

07/27/2026

Most of us have been brushing our teeth our whole lives, but technique matters more than most people realize. This article breaks down some simple tweaks that can make a real difference.
Worth the two-minute read. Ironically.

I asked dentists for tips on the right way to brush your teeth—and they gave us a few tips we'd never heard before. Here's how to brush better.

07/17/2026

July is Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness Month and we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible resilience of individuals and families navigating craniofacial differences.

For many people born with cleft lip, cleft palate, or other craniofacial conditions, oral health care is so much more than a routine cleaning. It's part of a lifelong journey involving surgeons, orthodontists, speech therapists, and yes- dentists and periodontists too.

To our patients and families on that journey: we're honored to be part of your care.

07/09/2026

Summer is flying by.

If you've been putting off that check-up or treatment appointment, this is your sign. Once fall hits, schedules fill up fast and it becomes way too easy to keep pushing it back.

Gum disease doesn't wait for a convenient time. But treating it early means less time in the chair and better results overall.

07/05/2026

Happy 4th of July!

Wishing you a holiday filled with good food, good company, and lots of reasons to smile.

06/29/2026

Fun fact: snails have up to 25,000 teeth.

They're microscopic, they're on their tongue, and honestly we have so many questions.

You, on the other hand, have 32. Just 32. And unlike the snail, you only get two chances at them.

Treat those 32 like the VIPs they are.