Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
- posted: Jan. 02, 2024
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read More
New Year's Eve
- posted: Dec. 26, 2023
Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- John P Jou DMD & Thy A Bui DMD PC included- feel nostalgic about the passing year Read More
Fewer Adults are Visiting the Dentist
- posted: Dec. 19, 2023
Our team at John P Jou DMD & Thy A Bui DMD PC recently learned that in the decade between 2000 and 2010, the amount of adults who regularly visited Read More
Dental X-Ray Safety
- posted: Dec. 12, 2023
It's easy to be skeptical about X-rays whether we speak of a full-body X-ray or a dental X-ray. Radiation is radiation. It's vital to know all the facts before judging Read More
Tips for a Whiter Smile
- posted: Dec. 05, 2023
Everyday life can take a toll on the whiteness of our teeth: Foods we love as well as soft drinks and coffee can stain them over time. Poor brushing and Read More
How do OTC whitening treatments compare to in-office whitening?
- posted: Nov. 28, 2023
If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, teeth whitening may be an excellent choice for you. Many patients of the doctor suffer from darkened teeth due to Read More
Is periodontal disease genetic?
- posted: Nov. 21, 2023
One of the most enjoyable parts of looking at family pictures is finding resemblances. You have your father’s brown eyes and your grandmother’s curly hair. You’ve got your aunt’s basketball Read More
The Safety of Dental X-Rays
- posted: Nov. 14, 2023
An article was released to the public stating that dental X-rays contribute to a type of brain cancer. After reading an article like this, your first thought may be to Read More
Cold Comfort
- posted: Nov. 07, 2023
The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read More
Aging and Dental Health
- posted: Oct. 31, 2023
As you grow older, your mind may be preoccupied with the health of your bones, heart, or brain. However, our team at John P Jou DMD & Thy A Bui Read More
Five Things You Should Never Do With Your Toothbrush
- posted: Oct. 24, 2023
When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it Read More
Are you at risk for oral cancer?
- posted: Oct. 17, 2023
Nearly 40,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer annually in the United States, with more than 8,000 dying every year from the disease. Oral cancer has a higher death rate Read More
The Science of Sugar
- posted: Oct. 10, 2023
Some languages have many different words for love. Some have many different words for snow. One language even has different words for a tasty layered sandwich. Is that a hoagie Read More
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
- posted: Oct. 03, 2023
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read More
Flossing Fixes
- posted: Sep. 26, 2023
A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to learn just the right technique Read More
Can sealants benefit you?
- posted: Sep. 19, 2023
Molars are difficult to reach when brushing your teeth because they’re full of crevices, caves, and pits that can provide the perfect environment for decay. Sealants are the perfect fix Read More