Although we are turning back the clock for daylight savings, you can’t turn back
time on your teeth. Studies have shown that one in five Americans has untreated cavities, which
is decay that has damaged a tooth’s hard, outer enamel layer and created small holes.
Cavities can arise in people of all ages, including children...
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February brings National Children’s Dental Health Month! This is brought to you
by the American Dental Association to create child awareness of the benefits of good oral
health. This year’s month-long campaign is, “Brush and clean in between to build a
healthy smile.” First Dental Visit Around their first birthday, or within six months
after...
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Have you been waiting for the right time to get teeth whitening treatment? There’s no
better time than the New Year! In 2019, you are setting all kinds of new goals, and one goal you
can shoot for is a whiter and brighter smile. Teeth whitening lightens teeth, helping remove
discoloration and stains that have...
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Your daily brushing and flossing routine is crucial to thwarting dreaded cavities and
gum disease from invading your smile, but by itself, it’s still not enough to maintain
top-notch oral health. There is a reason we recommend regular dental cleanings and exams! Seeing
our dental team for routine dental checkups and cleanings supports your daily...
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Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is
happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how
they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and
partial dentures, and the benefits they have to...
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October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer
Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for
both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle
choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems,...
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If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth.
If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to
deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to
the bone from the missing...
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When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay
and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable
dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in
your body. However, because it doesn’t have...
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When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and
removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as
cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain
diseases which might also take into account...
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The TMJ disorder is quite inconvenient and troublesome, especially because it can make even
the most simple and mundane tasks difficult. If you’re a sufferer of the TMJ disorder,
you’re likely looking for ways to treat it. Fortunately, for the simple cases, there are
home remedies you can use to soothe the discomfort, and our… Read more
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