The Thanksgiving season has finally arrived. Hopefully, your year has been blessed with happiness and good health for yourself and your loved ones. If so, then you have plenty to be thankful for this year. However, we must not forget to thank our wonderful dentists and all the work they put forth. The dentists here at Groover Family Dentistry understand... read more »

Do you remember the days when holidays around family were simple? Back when you were a child, all you had to do was show up and everyone would shower you with gifts and praise. Even losing teeth was worthy of many positive comments. Sadly, at some point the mountaintop peaked and the praise began to turn into criticism. Even our... read more »

Did you know that approximately 75% of Americans over the age of 35 have some form of gum disease? Naturally, gum disease could cause problems—such as swollen or bleeding gums—or other serious problems that could lead to tooth loss. Sadly, gum disease can be difficult to identify. In fact, many people aren't even aware of what gum disease is. In... read more »

The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family, share gifts, and eat food. Whether you believe it or not, this holiday has the potential to damage and harm your smile, and that's scary stuff! However, there are ways to enjoy this holiday and take care of your smile, and we are happy to tell you all about... read more »

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease and it can have a serious impact on your overall oral health. Some of the earliest symptoms include red swollen gums or gums that bleed easily during regular brushing and flossing. In most cases gingivitis can be reversed through improvements in your daily oral hygiene regimen and visiting your dentist twice each... read more »

Our teeth are important tools that aid in our everyday lives, and it is imperative to take great care of them. In order to have a pristine, clean, and healthy smile, dentists today strongly recommend participating in a daily oral hygiene routine. If you include the following steps in your routine, you are on the right track to success: 1.... read more »

Dry mouth, officially called Xerostomia, is an oral health problem that many Americans experience. Dry mouth is usually the result of a lack of saliva produced in the mouth and is often a side effect of medication. While dry mouth is common, it is not something to be taken lightly. For most, dry mouth is just a nuisance. For some,... read more »