Oral piercings are becoming a fashion trend when it comes to body jewelry, such as earrings. But it’s important to remember that piercings on the tissues of the mouth--tongue, cheeks, and lips--are riskier than earring piercings. Essentially, this is due to the millions of oral bacteria that live in the mouth, and have to be repeatedly cleared away with brushing... read more »

Just as our team at Prosthodontics Associates, P.A. has to be conscious of and manage oral infection in the office, there are things you can do at home to reduce your probability of disease of the mouth, teeth and gums. Beyond the fundamentals of brushing and flossing, here are some tips to mull over: Wash Your Hands: Your mom and... read more »