Robert K Elloway, DDS

Why couldn’t the dentist help the girl who ate glue? ? Her lips were sealed. ??

If you look closely at the teeth in your mouth, you’ll find that you have four pointy canine teeth in between your incisors and premolars. But have you ever wondered what they're for? Hint: they’re not for vampire-esque activities! ??

Did you know that even the straightest and sparkliest pearly whites aren't immune to issues? ? Gum care (like flossing daily) is essential to keeping things like gingivitis at bay!

Myths can be stubborn creatures. While some myths may not be harmful, misconceptions about our health can be a different matter. See if any of these persistent myths could be affecting your oral health or general wellbeing.

Did you know that vitamin D deficiency is linked to tooth decay and gum disease? Vitamin D lowers your risk for tooth decay by protecting your dentin, and it fights immune system inflammation, which defends against gingivitis. So make sure to get some sun and eat vitamin D-rich foods! Your mouth will thank you ?

For anyone who’s ever burned the roof of their mouth on a hot, cheesy, delicious slice of pizza - this one’s for you! ?

If you think that when you come in for a check-up we're just looking for cavities, you'd be wrong! When you go for your regular dental check-up, we're also screening you for any signs of oral cancer. This serious dental disease which pertains to the mouth, lips or throat is often highly curable if diagnosed and treated in the early stages. Visiting your dentist for regular check-ups and avoiding tobacco are the key factors in preventing oral cancer.

There is a lot of misinformation out there about whitening teeth, especially on the web. Avoiding these common misconceptions can save you money and damage to your teeth ?

We all know that wisdom teeth can cause trouble and are really not needed - but did you know experts believe wisdom teeth may have been needed by people millions of years ago? It's been found that our ancestors had larger jaws and ate food that needed a lot of chewing, like raw meat.

We all know that good oral hygiene keeps your mouth feeling fresh and looking good, but did you know that it may also safeguard your fertility? It turns out, gum disease is linked to reproductive complications.

What do you call dental x-rays? Tooth pics! ?

They help you chew, speak and smile, but how much do you really know about your teeth? Here are some of the tooth truths that prove your teeth really are remarkable. ?

Mother: Has your tooth stopped hurting yet? Son: I don't know. The dentist kept it. ?