Dr. Joshua M. Ignatowicz, DMD

09/03/2026

While genetics do play a role in your oral health, your daily habits still hold the real power.

My daughter has made a fun habit of catching me randomly with dental questions.

Drop your burning dental questions in the comments below, or visit the link in our bio to book your next cleaning here in Henderson!

09/02/2026

Your toothbrush can't do all the work.

Overnight, your tongue holds onto bacteria, dead cells, and food debris... making an especially unpleasant morning odor.

Soooo....

Get a metal tongue scraper.

Scrape. Brush. Floss.

Enjoy being awesome.

09/01/2026

08/26/2026

Ladies, ever feel like you brush and floss constantly, but still get cavities?

It turns out you are not imagining things. Biological factors like hormonal shifts and pregnancy actually put women at a much higher risk for tooth decay than men. From monthly cycles to pregnancy and menopause, changing hormone levels directly impact your saliva and how your gums react to bacteria.

Swipe through the carousel to find out exactly why this happens and how you can protect your smile!

08/25/2026

TRANSFORM YOUR PROFILE & RECLAIM YOUR YOUTH.

When you lose teeth, the jawbone naturally shrinks over time, causing the lower face to collapse and creating a premature "sagging" effect. As you can see in this side-by-side profile view, All-on-4® dental implants don't just restore your teeth—they completely rebuild your facial structure.

By strategically placing implants, we provide the solid foundation your jaw needs. This lifts the lips, fills out sunken cheeks, and defines the jawline, acting like an instant, natural facelift.

Immediate Lift: Restores lost facial height instantly.
Bone Preservation: Stops the jawbone from shrinking further.
Natural Contour: Rebuilds your youthful profile and smile.
Permanent Solution: Non-removable, secure, and durable.

Stop letting tooth loss change the shape of your face. Ready to see what's possible for your profile? Call us today to schedule your personalized All-on-4® consultation today! (702)473-5100

08/20/2026

Caught between the multiverse and a cavity!🍿🕷️ Dr. I & his daughter are at the new Spider-Man movie and scouting the concession stand. Watch to find out which movie snacks save your smile—and which ones are total villains.

Keep your smile safe by drinking plenty of water while you enjoy your snacks and brush soon after the credits roll.

Did your last movie night leave you with a sweet tooth? Keep your smile heroic. Call us today at (702)473-5100 to book your next dental cleaning at our Henderson office!

08/19/2026

PART 2!!
Good news: a trip to see us is officially less painful than these moments of peak awkwardness.

08/18/2026

Thank you so much! This seriously made our day. 😊
Dr. I and the team always try to make sure you never leave with unanswered questions, so we’re so glad you felt completely filled in on your next steps.
We also love hearing that you enjoyed the vibe of the office—we work hard to keep it feeling more like a relaxing space and less like a standard clinic!

08/13/2026

While social media trends make charcoal and purple toothpastes look like magic whitening fixes, they don't actually improve your long-term oral health.

Charcoal toothpaste is highly abrasive; it polishes away surface stains by scrubbing off your tooth enamel, which can permanently expose the yellowish dentin underneath and trigger severe tooth sensitivity.

On the flip side, purple toothpaste is just temporary color-correcting makeup for your smile—it uses temporary dyes to mask yellow tones for a few hours but doesn't actually remove deep stains or clean your teeth.

As your dental team, we always recommend sticking to clinically proven, enamel-safe whitening treatments and fluoride toothpastes that actually protect and strengthen your smile from the inside out!