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Keto Breath

Many people started 2020 with a resolution to get fit and lose weight. (Just like last year, right?) If you chose the Keto Diet for weight loss, you may be noticing an unexpected side effect known as “Keto Breath”. Blinding You with Science The basic tenet of the ketogenic diet is that it reduces or … Continued

Choosing the Right Toothpaste

A lot of folks ask us what toothpaste we recommend. We know you have a million and one choices facing you in the toothpaste aisle, and it can be hard to figure out what’s best for you. Many of the products available are “NEW AND IMPROVED!” with the latest dental fad. There are TOTAL, COMPLETE, … Continued

Mr. Sandman, Bring Me Some Sleep!

The Benefits of Sleep The science of sleep has revealed that stacking Z’s is much more important to our physical and mental health than previously thought. There are many physiological processes that take place only while we are sleeping, and during specific stages of sleep. For our bodies to function at their maximum levels, we … Continued

Bless Your Heart!

February is American Heart Month, and you can begin to take care of your heart by taking care of your teeth and gums. Almost 50% of Americans have some form of gum disease. This is important because those with gum disease are 2-3 times more likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke. So, what … Continued

Bad Breath Explained!

  Bad breath has several origins, but is generally caused by sulfuric compounds which are the waste products of bacteria in the mouth. Read on for several tips on combating the breath of death. For a friend, of course!   Remove Bacteria and Bacterial Waste Products Sound gross? You ought to see it under a … Continued

Toothbrush Tips

    For many of us, toothbrushing is such an automatic activity that we don’t put much thought into it. Our teeth deserve our best effort, and the new year is a great time to re-visit the fundamentals of proper brushing habits. Brush for Two Minutes Twice Daily. Americans brush their teeth for an average … Continued
Michael D. Gillespie, DDS

Michael D. Gillespie, DDS