Curtis Stathis DDS

04/16/2025

Why did the maxillary and mandibular wisdom teeth always argue?

They were molar opposites! 🤣

04/14/2025

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.

04/11/2025

Do you want to hear a really good dentist joke?

Okay, brace yourself...

04/09/2025

Why did the tooth do to jail? 🤔

It was guilty of INCISOR trading! 🤣

04/07/2025

What do you call dental x-rays?

Tooth pics! 😝

04/04/2025

Our work can truly feel like art sometimes, as we carefully craft perfect smiles for each unique patient. 🎨

From crowns and caps to implants and veneers, we're here to help you create your masterpiece. 😁

04/02/2025

Did you know that smiling can help boost your mood, lower your stress, and even improve your health? Go flash those pearly whites—it's good for you! 😄

03/31/2025

Are you brushing correctly? 🪥 Check out these tooth brushing techniques to keep your smile healthy!

The key to preventing and controlling gum disease is brushing around and under the gumline where bacteria and plaque tend to accumulate. Learn more here.

03/28/2025

Your tooth enamel may be the hardest part of your body, but that doesn't mean it's impervious to abrasion or erosion. Plus, it is one of the only parts of your body that doesn't regenerate, meaning proper care is vital to making enamel last.

Have you ever wondered about tooth enamel? What is it? How important is it? How can you protect it? Here are the answers to all of your enamel questions.

03/26/2025

Scientists have reported the discovery of an antibody for one gene - USAG-1 - that can stimulate tooth growth in mice suffering from tooth agenesis.

Scientists report that an antibody for one gene -- uterine sensitization associated gene-1 or USAG-1 -- can stimulate tooth growth in mice suffering from tooth agenesis.

03/24/2025

Smiles are like medicine! 😄

A genuine smile helps to boost your immune system, so don't forget to smile today!

03/21/2025

Dry mouth - or xerostomia - is something many people experience from time to time, but lasting dry mouth can be problematic. Understanding the causes and symptoms can help you get the treatment you need.

Nighttime dry mouth and throat may be due to medications, medical conditions, or sleep disorders. Reviewed by a board-certified sleep medicine healthcare provider.