Dear Patients,With the recent concerns of the spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus, we at Michels & Gauquie Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, wanted to update our patients on the measures we're taking to reduce [...]

HOW DOES FLOSSING WORK?Flossing removes plaque and food particles stuck between teeth and promotes an overall healthier mouth.Plaque is a sticky biofilm of bacteria and its build-up can lead to [...]

There are different processes for cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. These three are different processes that are commonly collectively referred to as “disinfection” .‍Cleaning - Simply removing foreign material like dust, soil, [...]

Who doesn't like a healthy, bright set of pearly whites? Unusual discolored areas of enamel can prevent a beautiful smile from truly shining through. These discolored patches can make people feel very [...]

WHAT IS A ROOT CANAL?Root Canal treatment is a dental procedure that can relieve your pain and save your natural tooth. It eliminates bacteria from the infected Root Canal to [...]

Crowded teeth, also known as crowded dentition , is when the mouth doesn't have enough space to keep the teeth straight. As a result, individuals with this type of malocclusion [...]

Underbite is a term for a dental disorder marked by lower teeth reaching further outward than the upper teeth. This disorder is often termed a malocclusion or prognathism of Class [...]

Eating with dental implants is quite similar to eating with biological teeth. The reason for this is that the implants are integrated into the jawbone and therefore will not move or slip [...]

Mouthwash or Oral rinse is a liquid used to help clean your mouth, teeth, gums, and freshen breath. This usually leads to an antiseptic killing harmful bacteria that can live [...]

Halloween is a fun and exciting time of year. Whether you are out trick-or-treating or enjoying a fun costume party, it is a great excuse to eat a lot of [...]