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Keeping Your Child's Teeth Healthy in Children's Dental Health Month and Beyond
posted: Feb. 01, 2020.
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. We do have some supplies available for doing group screenings for children. Contact the office to make arrangements. Parents play a significant role in Read more -
Celebrating Paul Revere, Patriot and Dental Craftsman
posted: Jan. 26, 2020.
While celebrating all that a new year brings, take a moment to remember the New Year's Day birthday of a true American patriot: the legendary Paul Revere. Ironically, he Read more -
Dental Drill Appreciation Day (January 26th)
posted: Jan. 25, 2020.
Yes, believe it or not, there is a Dental Drill Appreciation Day. It's on January 26th. Now, you might be wondering who, other than dentists, would appreciate a dental drill. Read more -
Chronic Inflammation: How It Affects You
posted: Jan. 18, 2020.
This article on Chronic Low-Grade Inflammation in AARP is one of the easiest to understand that I've found. https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2019/lowering-inflammation-to-improve-health.html The article explains how chronic low grade inflammation affects your body by attacking Read more -
Can Nutrition Help Your Dental Health?
posted: Jan. 17, 2020.
Unfortunately, there’s no easy answer to whether nutrition will improve your dental condition. Everyone’s body is unique, and we all react differently. However, if you have persistent problems, it might Read more -
Find Out How These Famous Celebrities Protect Their Smiles From Teeth Grinding
posted: Jan. 16, 2020.
The fast-paced world of sports and entertainment isn’t all glitz and glamour. These high-profile industries create a unique kind of emotional and mental stress on celebrities. For many of Read more -
Why Do Dentists Take Dental X-Rays?
posted: Jan. 10, 2020.
Though we call them x-rays, the proper term is dental radiographs. X-rays are the energy the machine puts out to create the image (dental radiograph). For the purposes of this Read more -
Follow the Fast-Food Lead: Cut Back Sodas in Your Child's Diet
posted: Jan. 06, 2020.
You can find some version of the ever popular kids’ meal at most major fast-food restaurants. It’s a neat little package: child’s size portions of burgers, chicken nuggets or Read more -
Resolutions and Habits
posted: Dec. 29, 2019.
In a few days, we’ll be wishing each other “Happy New Year!”! For most of us, the New Year signals a time to make resolutions for the months ahead. We Read more -
You May Need Something Other Than Ointment to Clear up This Facial Rash
posted: Dec. 27, 2019.
During your latest dental cleaning and checkup, your dentist notices a skin rash around your mouth. You sigh—it’s been going on for some time. And every ointment you’ve tried Read more -
The Waterlase MD Dental Laser
posted: Dec. 21, 2019.
I’ve had some questions from several of you about my Waterlase MD dental laser. This device has multiple settings so it can be used for a variety of dental procedures, Read more -
Health Talk in "The Morning Journal" is Ending
posted: Dec. 21, 2019.
These blog articles started because of a column called Health Talk in "The Morning Journal" newspaper. I have enjoyed writing them. My inspiration for topics comes from a variety of Read more -
Follow These Holiday Toy Tips for Your Kids to Avoid Dental Injuries
posted: Dec. 17, 2019.
The holidays draw families together like no other season as loved ones gather from near and far to eat, drink and be merry—and exchange gifts. For the little kids Read more -
The Mouth-Body Link
posted: Dec. 13, 2019.
Your mouth is part of your body, and even though we don’t often think of it, there is a link between what happens in and to your mouth and what Read more -
Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Dec. 07, 2019.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: Read more -
Your Hormones and Your Medications May Affect Your Mouth
posted: Dec. 07, 2019.
Your mouth is part of your body, so it’s logical that what’s in your body can affect your mouth. We have long known that hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause gums Read more