As we age the fine lines of our character etch our faces, our bodies sag a little more, and our hair goes grey. Our teeth experience the aging process in different ways; the enamel can wear down or our mouths can dry out from medications. Our culture places a great deal of weight on a […]

A big percentage of Dr. Hadley’s clients come to us to correct small imperfections in their front teeth with cosmetic porcelain dental veneers. Dental veneers are custom-designed porcelain shells designed to fit over the teeth. While most of the time these dental procedures are cosmetic, they may be prescribed as part of a makeover tied […]

Here’s the crazy thing; some people are so afraid of the dentist that they simply avoid going. This creates a health risk for people who are too scared to have regular check-ups that can spot the dangers of an oral health problem before it turns into a big deal. The irony is that if you […]

The American Dental Association (ADA) just reported on a new scientific study linking periodontitis, or gum disease to cancer. In early January 2018, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute reported the correlation between unhealthy gums and an unhealthy body. This article looks at the study and the idea that your oral health really is […]

Did you know that the American Dental Association has designated April as National Facial Protection Month? The goal of the month is to raise awareness around the importance of facial protection when playing sports. Whether it’s an adult playing basketball or a child playing golf, having proper mouth protection is an important part of staying […]

Your Las Vegas dentist knows that sleep apnea is a serious problem. That’s because our team treats dozens of people every year that struggle with this disorder. With the American Sleep Apnea Association citing the number of people with this disorder at 22 million, the likelihood of you suffering from apnea is high. This article […]

The Mayo Clinic talks about the link between oral health and heart disease. They say the one thing you can do to take care of your heart, is to take care of your teeth and gums. They’re not alone in recommending this. There have been a number of studies linking chronic gum disease with diabetes […]

Prevention Magazine says the highest number of calories Americans consume is from one thing: Soda. Harvard has a fact sheet on soda consumption in the U.S. and the statistics are eye-opening: From 1989 to 2008, the calories consumed by children in soda and other sugary beverages increased by 60%. Every day in the U.S. one-half […]

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, right? The prevention we’re talking about is making an effort to eat properly in order to improve your oral health. The connection between what we eat and the amount of discomfort you might feel in the dental chair later on, is correlated; avoiding sugar and […]

Here’s a simple truth that you can apply to your health – including your oral health. DNA and diet play a huge role. Some people are more prone to cavities because of their sugar consumption, which makes brushing with good fluoride toothpaste and flossing daily particularly important. But Women’s Health Magazine suggests that the shape […]