
Make Every Day Earth Day
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized

Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device

April is National Facial Protection Month
The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association

Be Good to Your Gums
You brush and floss thoroughly twice a day. You have regular checkups. Everything seems fine on the periodontal radar. Sometimes, however, even healthy gums can

Does flossing hurt your gums?
Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you

Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Millions of people, around Chevy Chase, Maryland and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and

When to Replace Fillings
A dental filling replaces and restores the health of a tooth that has been damaged. Often, the need for a filling results from a cavity

Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
At Dr. Jonathan A. Morris D.D.S., P.C., we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and

Do adults need fluoride treatments?
Many dentists and hygienists recommend fluoride treatments for their adult patients. You might ask yourself, “Do I really need a fluoride treatment? I thought those