VELScope Screenings for Oral Cancer Oral cancer is a big deal. Like with any other type of cancer, when caught early, it can be treated easily and is likely to have a minimal impact on your life and your health. It is often not easy to tell during a regular exam if a patient has [...]
Have you been seeing articles on the internet, or floating around on social media about a natural remedy for cleaning up your mouth, called “oil pulling?” Recently, it seems like oil pulling has also been a frequent question from our Shelby Township patients. Before you jump onto the oil pulling bandwagon, you should know exactly [...]
Did you ever wonder why your dentist takes x-rays of your teeth and mouth every year? Even if your teeth are really healthy and you’re one of those people that never has an issue with their teeth, we still take a full set of x-rays every year. Believe it or not, this practice is really [...]
One of the big milestones in your child’s life is the arrival of their first teeth. Your child’s first tooth is a sign that it’s time to start thinking about the dentist. This is another milestone for both you and your child. The first trip to the dentist can be the time that your child [...]
Halitosis. Or as most of us know it, bad breath. We’ve all had bad breath at some point in our lives. It can be embarrassing, especially if you’re in an important meeting or wanting to make a good first impression. But what exactly causes bad breath? Surprisingly, there are a number of things that can [...]
Periodontal disease is pretty scary sounding. And for some of our Shelby Township area dental patients, it can be. If we have diagnosed you with periodontal disease, you are not alone. Many adults and teens in the U.S. suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a perfectly treatable and preventable condition that [...]
Flossing has been in the news lately. You’ve probably heard conflicting information about whether it still makes sense to floss on a regular basis, or if dentists like us have been telling you to do something that just doesn’t matter. So what is the truth? Do you floss daily or is it just a waste [...]
Periodontal disease is one of the quickest growing oral health concerns for Shelby Township patients. With more than 80% of adults in the United States suffering from some level of periodontal disease, it’s become increasingly important to find alternative and effective ways of treating bacterial growth and infection in the mouth and gums. Making this [...]
Have you ever gone to the dentist and felt like something just wasn’t right? Maybe it was the way your teeth were cleaned or maybe you thought that there had to be another option for caring for your dental issue. Whatever the case may be, these kind of experiences are what often make patients nervous [...]
Hi, I'm Suzy a dental hygienist at HPS Advanced Dental Care in Shelby Township, Michigan. We're an all female dental practice in Macomb County. We are BPA free, gluten free, mercury free and latex free. We provide a holistic approach to taking care of our dental patients, so if that's you, please come see us. [...]
