“I can’t wait to go to the dentist,” said no one ever! A visit to the dentist can be stressful. The sounds, sights, and smells all seem to trigger a fight or flight response in many people. Knowing that your feelings are unfounded doesn’t help...
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Back-to-School Reminders: Is it Time for a Check-Up?
It may be the middle of summer but it’s time to think about your child’s back-to-school checkup. Here’s what you can expect the dentist to do.
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How To Choose the Best Toothbrush
Choosing the best toothbrush can seem like a daunting task! Here are our top tips to choose the right toothbrush for each member of your family.
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How to “Spring Clean” Your Dental Health Routine
Warmer weather, budding trees…signs of spring are all around us! The first few glimpses of spring-like weather may send us into a spring cleaning frenzy around our homes and yards. Before you grab your bucket, squeegee, and mop, take a moment to think about your...
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Save Time with Same-Day Dentistry [Infographic]
Life is busy – whether your schedule is full of conference calls, taking the kids to soccer practice, or squeezing in your hot yoga class – visiting the dentist multiple times to get a crown is probably not high on your to-do list. Same-day dentistry is...
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Sleep Apnea: Is It a Big Deal?
Sleep apnea contributes to 450,000 death per year. So, yes! It is a big deal if you don’t undergo the proper channels to treat this deadly disease. If you believe you or a loved one have sleep apnea, you’re not alone. In America, sleep apnea affects more...
Women’s History Month: 4 Women Who’ve Changed the Face of Dentistry
Did you know? Only 1.1% of dental students were female in 1968. That number dramatically increased to 47.7% in 2014. [SOURCE] We decided to celebrate Women’s History Month by sharing four women dentists who’ve changed the face of dentistry. You could say...
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February is American Heart Month – Are You Listening?
Since 1964, American presidents… This text opens the Heart.org page in a new tab … have been warning the American public about the very real danger of heart disease. Why? Each year, one out of every three deaths in America is caused by heart disease. This...
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How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies [Infographic]
Dental emergencies can happen at any time. Would you know what to do if you or a family member suffered from a broken or knocked out tooth? You can do your part now by keeping your teeth healthy with daily brushing and flossing and regular checkups at your dentist....
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5 Valuable Tips to Beat Tooth Sensitivity
Gulp – ouch! You just took a sip of your favorite drink and are now experiencing a sharp pain through your teeth. Does this scenario sound familiar? Maybe it’s your favorite hot or cold dish that’s setting off these pains. Either way, you may have...