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Avoiding Summer Dental Injuries

Summer is officially right around the corner. You’ve likely been getting outside more as sports and other outdoor activities tend to ramp up. With that, unfortunately so does the risk of injuries to the mouth and teeth. We see an increase in visits due to dental injuries during the summertime. Dental and health care providers […]

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Keep Your Smile Healthy and “Sweet” This Valentine’s Day

A bright healthy smile is the perfect accessory for Valentine’s Day.  What you eat plays a large role in your oral health and how your smile looks. Valentine’s Day is full of sweet, sugary temptations.  Cue the candy conversation hearts, cinnamon flavored gummies, and of course, chocolate.  Surely, if your sweetie gives you a special […]

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Minimizing Dental Anxiety

It is our goal to help every patient feel comfortable and at ease during their visit to our office. But what if you suffer from dental anxiety? If you do, you are not alone. Studies show that up to 75% percent of American adults suffer from some form of dental anxiety. When something scares you, […]

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Prepare Your Child for the Dentist with Fun Books

Reading is important at any age, but especially for children. Did you know that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends reading aloud to children each day, beginning at birth? This helps your child build language and literacy skills that will last a lifetime.  We also recommend reading to your child to help them prepare for […]

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Summertime Tips for Healthy Teeth

Ah, summertime!  The days are longer, and time seems to slow down just a little bit.  Allowing ourselves time to relax and enjoy is good for the soul.  Still, we must be careful not to let our guard down too much when it comes to caring for our oral health.  Here are just a few […]

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To Mouthwash, or Not to Mouthwash: That is the Question

We all know that brushing and flossing are the building blocks of a good oral hygiene routine. Should you use a mouthwash too? After all, who doesn’t love that minty freshness that comes from that daily swish? What are the benefits and drawbacks? We’ll address these questions and more – keep reading! How Does Mouthwash […]

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Will The Dentist Know If I Don’t Floss My Teeth?

Will the dentist know if I don’t floss my teeth? Yes, yes. Your dentist knows! Did you know that studies conducted by the American Dental Association have found that only as little as 10% of Americans floss their teeth daily? Are you part of the 90% guilty of not flossing your teeth every day? Maybe […]

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Oral Care Tips to Help Children Care for Their Teeth

Do you ever wonder whether your children have good oral hygiene habits? Do you know that their habits could be better? Looking for some ideas to help them improve? First things first. Why is children’s oral health so important? I mean, these are baby teeth that are just going to fall out anyway, right? Wrong. […]

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