3 Unit Bridge Vs. The Implant…..Why Make a 1 Tooth Problem a 3 Tooth Problem.
Today Is National Dentist Day!
HAPPY NATIONAL DENTIST DAY!On March 6, 1840, the first dental school in the world was chartered and it was known...
Decay, A Review.
The acidic substance, plaque, eats away at the tooth enamel and, if left unattended, can lead to cavities. Enamel is...
What Is Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is an inflammatory disease that affects the soft and hard structures that support the teeth. In...
Thumb Sucking and Pacifiers Can Create Dental Problems
Children who suck their thumb, fingers, binky, or pacifier can develop problems with the roof of their mouth and...
Mini Residency In Implant Placement
Continuing education is of the utmost importance to Dr. Pettigrew. Over the last few months Dr. Pettigrew has been...
The Link Between Gum Disease And Heart disease And Stroke- Article from the Gobe and Mail
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/new-study-links-gum-disease-to-heart-disease-and-strokes/a...
Don’t Ignore Impacted Wisdom Teeth!
"....but Dr. Pettigrew the wisdom teeth don't hurt, I think I'm going to leave them for now"...... I have heard this...
Why We Take Radiographs
Why We Remove Impacted Wisdom Teeth
The damage inflicted to a healthy tooth by an impacted wisdom tooth can be signifigant. In this case a lower impacted...