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The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
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What are dental crowns?
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.
A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several Read more
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What is biofilm?
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.
Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of Read more
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Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 04, 2022.
Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more
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Can Your Dentist Tell If You’re Left-Handed?
posted: Sep. 27, 2022.
Sherlock Holmes, that most famous of fictional detectives, observed clues, analyzed them, and used his powers of deduction to arrive at the solution to his cases. the doctor and our team Read more
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Teeth Grinding
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.
If you are waking up with jaw pain, tension headaches, or facial pain, you may be suffering from a condition known as bruxism. This means you could be grinding or Read more
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Whitening Teeth with Braces
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.
Now that you are working hard to improve your dental health and appearance with your braces, it might seem like a logical time to whiten your teeth as well. But Read more
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Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
posted: Sep. 06, 2022.
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are Read more
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Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 30, 2022.
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
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What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Aug. 23, 2022.
People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that Read more
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How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
posted: Aug. 16, 2022.
Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are Read more
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Common Causes of Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 09, 2022.
Your gums are responsible for a large part of your overall oral health. So keeping them healthy and knowing how to detect gum disease is extremely important. Since it’s often painless, Read more
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Avoid the Emergency Room for Dental Problems
posted: Aug. 02, 2022.
There are certainly situations when going to an emergency room is the best response for your problem. A severe injury to your mouth, jaw, or face would qualify. However, when it Read more
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Educational and Entertaining Enamel Experiments
posted: Jul. 26, 2022.
Let’s talk about the science of our teeth for a moment. Our enamel has a very high mineral content, making it extremely strong. In fact, enamel just happens to be Read more
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Tips for Lifelong Teeth Whitening
posted: Jul. 19, 2022.
Over time, everyone’s teeth can naturally become dull, due to aging and consumption of staining foods such as chocolate and coffee. The good news is that teeth-whitening treatments can help Read more
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I haven’t been to the dentist in years; what should I expect?
posted: Jul. 12, 2022.
Time flies when we are not at the dentist! Before you know it, years may have gone by. Let’s take a moment to explain what takes place when a patient Read more