When you think about lasers, do light-saber-wielding Jedi knights come to mind? If you associate lasers with dangerous weapons that can cut through bones and diamonds with ease, laser gum disease treatment might make you cringe. While misconceptions about this popular treatment abound, it’s surprisingly gentle and remarkably accurate. Here’s what you should know about laser treatments and how they can benefit you.

Gum recession doesn't happen over night, so it may be easy to ignore. Here are some compelling reasons that may be a bad idea.

Quitting tobacco isn't just good for your heart and lungs. It can greatly increase the health of of your gums as well. Click to learn more!

How can your medications affect your oral health? Check out these common side effects and what you can do to ease any discomfort.

Did you know that your stress could be hurting your oral health? Drs. Saunders and Dickson can help prevent stress from taking a toll on your life.

Sleep apnea may seem relatively harmless, but left unchecked, it can lead to a variety of serious health issues. Continue reading to learn why you shouldn't ignore the warning signs!

Our doctors at Shenandoah Valley Implant Institute want to stress the importance of oral cancer screenings, especially during the month of April, Oral Cancer Awareness month. Continue reading to learn why detection is so important, and the steps you can take to prevent oral cancer.

February is American Heart Health Month, and Drs. Saunders & Dickson want to educate patients about the systemic effects of gum disease, and how it can lead to heart disease. Continue reading to learn more.

There are several ways to maintain oral health throughout the summer. Some of these methods include staying hydrated and limiting your sugar intake. If you encounter any symptoms or problems with your oral health this summer, you should call your periodontist to schedule an appointment.